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Local Government RSS Feed from 936 ABC Hobart2015, Australian Broadcasting Corporationen-au15Tue, 14 Jul 2015 12:30:00 +1000Taste of Tasmania patrons to pay 10pc surcharge as council struggles with event costhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-07-14/taste-of-tasmania-patrons-hit-with-surcharge/6617300?source=rss
Taste of Tasmania patrons are set to pay a 10 per cent surcharge on all items as Hobart City Council tries to make the event "cost neutral" and keep entry free.Tue, 14 Jul 2015 12:30:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201507\4273218.xml936 ABC HobarthobartArts and Entertainment:Events:Carnivals and FestivalsGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllLifestyle and Leisure:Food and Cooking:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Interior of Taste of Tasmania's refurbished venue on last day of 2010-11 festival.Interior of Taste of Tasmania's refurbished venue on last day of 2010-11 festival.Jessica KiddABC News: Jessica Kidd-42.8847 147.3303Federal Hotels to challenge Wrest Point casino site's heritage listing in courthttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-06-24/federal-hotels-files-writ-over-wrest-point-heritage-listing/6571030?source=rss
The owner of Hobart's Wrest Point casino is taking the Tasmanian Government and the Hobart City Council to court, alleging its entire casino site was heritage listed without consultation.Wed, 24 Jun 2015 18:54:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201506\4261368.xml936 ABC HobarthobartGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Parliament:State ParliamentLaw, Crime and Justice:Courts and Trials:AllAustralia:TAS:Sandy Bay 7005Wrest Point casino from the water.Wrest Point casino from the water.ABC News: ABC News-42.9076 147.339Hobart City Council decides against Supreme Court appeal for foreshore boardwalkhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-06-23/hobart-council-decides-against-court-appeal-foreshore-boardwalk/6568376?source=rss
Hobart City Council decides against a Supreme Court challenge to build a foreshore walkway around Battery Point.Wed, 24 Jun 2015 09:55:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201506\4260928.xml936 ABC HobarthobartBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:TourismCommunity and Society:Urban Development and Planning:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:Battery Point 7004Proposed walkway for Battery Point.Proposed walkway for Battery Point.Hobart City Council: -42.8833 147.3333Hobart residents to have council rates lowered after re-evaluationhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-06-16/hobart-residents-to-have-council-rates-lowered/6551326?source=rss
Many residents in the Hobart City Council area are will see their rates bill decrease after a council re-evaluation by the Office of the Valuer-General.Tue, 16 Jun 2015 21:28:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201506\4256364.xml936 ABC HobarthobartGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Hobart City Council buildingHobart City Council buildingABC News: Gregor Salmon: ABC News: Gregor Salmon-42.8847 147.3303Hobart City Council clamps down on aldermen's expenses, perkshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-06-10/hobart-city-council-clamps-down-on-expenses/6534100?source=rss
Hobart's Lord Mayor hails a new expenses policy for aldermen, saying the old policy may have been open to abuse.Wed, 10 Jun 2015 08:16:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201506\4252051.xml936 ABC HobarthobartGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Full Hobart City Council stands on Town Hall stairs after being elected in 2014 poll.Full Hobart City Council stands on Town Hall stairs after being elected in 2014 poll.ABC News: Ros Lehman: ABC News: Ros Lehman-42.8847 147.3303Glenorchy council's attempt to 'gag' Mayor Kristie Johnson failshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-06-09/glenorchy-mayor-critical-of-councils-gag-attempt/6531908?source=rss
Glenorchy Mayor Kristie Johnson welcomes the withdrawal of a motion which she says was an attempt to gag her.Tue, 09 Jun 2015 20:30:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201506\4251477.xml936 ABC HobarthobartGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Glenorchy 7010Kristie Johnston, Glenorchy City Council Mayor candidateKristie Johnston, Glenorchy City Council Mayor candidate: -42.8302 147.2848Defence Department to sell former Pontville Detention Centre sitehttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-06-04/pontville-detention-centre-site-to-be-sold/6521718?source=rss
A former army camp and immigration detention centre north of Hobart will soon be on the market.Thu, 04 Jun 2015 16:40:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201506\4248830.xml936 ABC HobarthobartCommunity and Society:Immigration:RefugeesGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:TAS:Pontville 7030Huts at the Pontville Detention Centre outside HobartHuts at the Pontville Detention Centre outside HobartABC News: ABC News-42.6833 147.2500Battery Point boardwalk stopped by Planning Appeal Tribunalhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-06-01/battery-point-boardwalk-stopped-by-planning-appeal-tribunal/6513032?source=rss
Contentious Battery Point foreshore boardwalk rejected by Tasmania's Planning Appeal Tribunal.Tue, 02 Jun 2015 11:57:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201506\4246539.xml936 ABC HobarthobartGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:Battery Point 7004Australia:TAS:Sandy Bay 7005Proposed walkway for Battery Point.Proposed walkway for Battery Point.Hobart City Council: -42.8833 147.3333Hobart aldermen to face scrutiny over travel expenses after bitter disputehttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-05-26/hobart-aldermen-to-face-scrutiny-over-travel-expenses/6496398?source=rss
Members of Hobart City Council look set to have their travel expenses scrutinised by the auditor-general after a public dispute between some aldermen.Tue, 26 May 2015 08:02:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201505\4242343.xml936 ABC HobarthobartGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Finland:All:AllFull Hobart City Council stands on Town Hall stairs after being elected in 2014 poll.Full Hobart City Council stands on Town Hall stairs after being elected in 2014 poll.ABC News: Ros Lehman: ABC News: Ros LehmanHobart Alderman Peter SextonHobart Alderman Peter SextonABC News: ABC News-42.8847 147.3303Developer Ali Sultan to pay Hobart council $600k in out-of-court settlement over Salamanca disputehttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-05-08/developer-ali-sultan-and-council-settles-out-of-court/6456482?source=rss
Developer Sultan Holdings is to pay the Hobart City Council $600,000 after reaching an out-of-court settlement in a legal dispute over its Salamanca project.Fri, 08 May 2015 17:59:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201505\4232516.xml936 ABC HobarthobartBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Building and ConstructionCommunity and Society:Urban Development and Planning:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Development proposed for Montpelier Retreat in Salamanca Place, Hobart.Development proposed for Montpelier Retreat in Salamanca Place, Hobart.Sultan Holdings: Sultan Holdings-42.8847 147.3303Mount Wellington management trust 'failed Planning 101', says Hobart City Councilhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-04-20/hobart-city-council-says-mount-wellington-trust-failed-planning/6407330?source=rss
Hobart City Council accuses the Wellington Park Trust of failing "Planning 101" for not reading all submissions on plans to extend Mount Wellington's development zone.Mon, 20 Apr 2015 18:54:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201504\4220169.xml936 ABC HobarthobartBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:TourismBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:TransportBusiness, Economics and Finance:Regional Development:AllCommunity and Society:Urban Development and Planning:AllEnvironment:Conservation:National ParksGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Mt Wellington Cable Car concept 2015 1Mt Wellington Cable Car concept 2015 1Mt Wellington Cableway Company: Mt Wellington Cableway Company-42.8847 147.3303Hobart alderman admits having 50 parking fines overturned for 'legitimate reasons'http://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-04-17/hobart-alderman-had-dozens-of-parking-fines-overturned/6399942?source=rss
Hobart Alderman Marti Zucco reveals he has had 50 parking fines overturned and says he "must have been doing a lot of work for the city".Sat, 18 Apr 2015 09:19:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201504\4218314.xml936 ABC HobarthobartGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:All:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Alderman Marty ZuccoAlderman Marty ZuccoSupplied: Hobart City Council: Supplied: Hobart City Council-42.8847 147.3303Hobart City Council backs gay marriage in unanimous vote, calls for Federal Government to prioritise debate on Marriage Act changeshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-04-14/hobart-city-council-backs-gay-marriage/6390398?source=rss
Hobart aldermen unite in unanimous support for gay marriage equality on social inclusion grounds.Tue, 14 Apr 2015 13:04:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201504\4215885.xml936 ABC HobarthobartCommunity and Society:Family and Children:MarriageCommunity and Society:Gays and Lesbians:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Ulises Garcia and Craig Berry show off their rings after being married in CanberraUlises Garcia and Craig Berry show off their rings after being married in CanberraABC News: Elise Pianegonda: ABC News: Elise Pianegonda-42.8847 147.3303Council mergers 'inevitable' as Hobart City Council approves economic assessmenthttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-03-24/council-mergers-now-inevitable-hobart-lord-mayor/6342942?source=rss
Hobart's Lord Mayor has said local council amalgamations are "inevitable" after Hobart City Council voted in favour of an economic assessment of voluntary amalgamations and shared services.Tue, 24 Mar 2015 10:54:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201503\4203615.xml936 ABC HobarthobartGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Hobart City Council alderman on Town Hall stairs.Hobart City Council alderman on Town Hall stairs.ABC News: Ros Lehman: ABC News: Ros Lehman-42.8847 147.3303Deposed Hobart Lord Mayor Damon Thomas mourns his election failurehttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-10-30/damon-thomas-signs-off-with-a-statement-on-his-blog/5853640?source=rss
Deposed Hobart Lord Mayor Damon Thomas is struggling to come to terms with being replaced by Sue Hickey, posting about the experience of defeat on his Facebook page and blog.Tue, 24 Mar 2015 10:40:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201503\4117894.xml936 ABC HobarthobartGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Hobart Lord Mayor Damon Thomas.Hobart Lord Mayor Damon Thomas.ABC: Fred Hooper: ABC: Fred Hooper-42.8847 147.3303Tasmanian Government steps in to help resolve Glenorchy Council's inner turmoilhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-03-18/tasmanian-government-steps-in-to-help-resolve-glenorchy-council/6330062?source=rss
Tasmania's Local Government Minister, Peter Gutwein, says he wants the Glenorchy Council to resolve what he calls "very obvious public tensions".Wed, 18 Mar 2015 17:09:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201503\4200239.xml936 ABC HobarthobartGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:TAS:Glenorchy 7010Kristie Johnston, Glenorchy City Council Mayor candidateKristie Johnston, Glenorchy City Council Mayor candidate: -42.8302 147.2848Hobart's Lord Mayor pushes for tougher graffiti penaltieshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-03-16/hobart-mayor-pushes-for-tougher-penalties-for-graffiti/6323392?source=rss
Hobart's Lord Mayor has called for tougher penalties to tackle graffiti.Mon, 16 Mar 2015 16:57:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201503\4198756.xml936 ABC HobarthobartArts and Entertainment:Street Art:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:Crime Prevention:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Detail of public art in Hobart's north.Detail of public art in Hobart's north.ABC News: Lauren Day: ABC News: Lauren Day-42.8847 147.3303Woodchip export plan wins council approval as developer appeals for investorshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-03-13/huon-council-approves-plan-to-barge-transport-woodchips/6313244?source=rss
A controversial proposal to export woodchips from southern Tasmania is approved by the local council, but the plan's proponent says he is now "out of money".Fri, 13 Mar 2015 11:37:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201503\4197083.xml936 ABC HobartnorthtashobartBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:TimberEnvironment:Pollution:Water PollutionEnvironment:Water Management:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllRural:All:AllRural:Forestry:AllAustralia:TAS:Bell Bay 7253Australia:TAS:Geeveston 7116Waterloo Bay on the Huon River where barges may transport woodchips.Waterloo Bay on the Huon River where barges may transport woodchips.ABC News: ABC News-43.1741 146.9227Decision to make Glenorchy City Council workers redundant found invalidhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-03-11/decision-to-make-glenorchy-city-council-workers-redundant-found/6304624?source=rss
Tasmania's director of local government finds Glenorchy aldermen should not have defied the Mayor and voted on a report about restructuring the council after the meeting was adjourned.Wed, 11 Mar 2015 18:18:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201503\4195821.xml936 ABC HobarthobartGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:Glenorchy 7010Alderman Kristie JohnstoneAlderman Kristie JohnstoneSupplied: Supplied-42.8302 147.2848Almost half of Tasmanian councils running a deficit, auditor-general Mike Blake findshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-02-19/almost-half-of-tasmanian-councils-not-breaking-even-auditor-says/6150746?source=rss
Tasmania's auditor-general finds nearly half the state's councils are not breaking even and identifies three for possible legal breaches.Thu, 19 Feb 2015 20:47:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201502\4183556.xml936 ABC HobarthobartGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Tasmanian Auditor-General Mike BlakeTasmanian Auditor-General Mike BlakeABC News: ABC News-42.8167 147.8167Denison MP Andrew Wilkie raises Glenorchy council's 'puerile behaviour' in Federal Parliamenthttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-02-11/wilkie-takes-glenorcy-council-stoush-to-federal-parliament/6085124?source=rss
Federal MP Andrew Wilkie raises a local council's "puerile behaviour" in Federal Parliament over a rift between aldermen and the new mayor.Wed, 11 Feb 2015 19:52:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201502\4177872.xml936 ABC HobarthobartGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:TAS:Glenorchy 7010Andrew WilkieAndrew WilkieSally Dakis: Sally Dakis-42.8302 147.2848Mayor calls for investigation into Glenorchy council governancehttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-02-06/mayor--investigation-glenorchy-council-governance-meeting-change/6074574?source=rss
A southern Tasmanian mayor calls for in investigation into what she believes may be a breach of the Local Government Act during a Glenorchy City Council meeting.Fri, 06 Feb 2015 12:42:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201502\4175231.xml936 ABC HobarthobartGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:Glenorchy 7010Kristie Johnston, Glenorchy City Council Mayor candidateKristie Johnston, Glenorchy City Council Mayor candidate: -42.8302 147.2848Taste of Tasmania hailed a success despite drop in visitorshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-01-03/taste-of-tasmania-hailed-a-success-despite-drop-in-visitors/5998714?source=rss
The Taste of Tasmania has been hailed a success, with Hobart turning on perfect weather as the food festival wrapped up for another year.Sun, 04 Jan 2015 08:19:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201501\4157223.xml936 ABC HobarthobartCommunity and Society:Community and Multicultural Festivals:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Crowds enjoying the array of food and wine at the Taste of Tasmania.Crowds enjoying the array of food and wine at the Taste of Tasmania.ABC News: Lauren Day: ABC News: Lauren DayTaste of Tasmania hailed a success despite drop in crowds.With the Taste of Tasmania wrapping up for another year, organisers are already looking to next year, with one Hobart alderman calling for more State Government funding to keep the event free.Lauren Day-42.8847 147.3303Ellen Holmes grew up caring for her ill familyhttp://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2013/12/02/3903161.htm?source=rss
Ellen Holmes is a 21 year old carer who looks after both her mother and her younger brother.
Tue, 16 Dec 2014 13:15:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201412\3903161.xml936 ABC HobartcanberrasydneydarwinbrisbaneadelaidehobartperthCommunity and Society:Charities and Community Organisations:AllCommunity and Society:Family and Children:AllCommunity and Society:Youth:AllEducation:All:AllGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllHealth:Adolescent Health:AllHealth:Child Health and Behaviour:AllHealth:Disabilities:AllHealth:Diseases and Disorders:AllHealth:Diseases and Disorders:DepressionHuman Interest:People:AllInformation and Communication:Broadcasting:ABCCommunity and Society:Carers:AllCommunity and Society:Women:AllHealth:Diseases and Disorders:ADHDHealth:Diseases and Disorders:Diseases and DisordersHealth:Diseases and Disorders:Genetic disordersHealth:Diseases and Disorders:Autism Spectrum DisorderAustralia:ACT:AllAustralia:ACT:Canberra 2600Australia:NSW:AllAustralia:NSW:Sydney 2000Australia:NT:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Australia:QLD:AllAustralia:QLD:Brisbane 4000Australia:SA:AllAustralia:SA:Adelaide 5000Australia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Australia:WA:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Ellen HolmesEllen HolmesABC Local: Ellen Holmes - ConversationsEllen Holmes in conversation with Richard Fidler. -27.4698 153.024Homeless housing group Common Ground blasts 'callous' council decision to reject rates reliefhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-12-16/mayor-defends-decision-not-to-give-rate-relief-to-housing-chari/5969428?source=rss
Hobart City Council's decision to reject a rates exemption request from a homeless and low-income accommodation service is labelled heartless and callous.Tue, 16 Dec 2014 12:17:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201412\4149455.xml936 ABC HobarthobartCommunity and Society:Homelessness:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000A $10m apartment block, Tasmania's latest affordable housing project has been opened in Hobart.A $10m apartment block, Tasmania's latest affordable housing project has been opened in Hobart.ABC: ABC-42.8847 147.3303Voluntary council amalgamations on Tasmanian Government's agendahttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-11-29/council-amalgamations-back-on-tasmanian-governments-agenda/5927864?source=rss
Tasmania's 29 local councils have been invited to meet with the State Government and discuss voluntary amalgamations.Sat, 29 Nov 2014 12:37:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201411\4138865.xml936 ABC HobartnorthtashobartGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Parliament:State ParliamentAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Burnie 7320Australia:TAS:Hobart 7000Australia:TAS:Launceston 7250Australia:TAS:Sorell 7172Hobart Town HallThe Hobart City Council is developing a plan to prepare the city for a major emergencyCatherine GrantABC News: Catherine Grant-42.8847 147.3303New Hobart Lord Mayor dons gown worth over $100,000http://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-11-05/new-hobart-lord-mayor-to-wear-gown-worth-over/5867740?source=rss
Hobarts newly elected Lord Mayor Sue Hickey is sworn in wearing a piece of Tasmanian political history worth over $100,000.Thu, 06 Nov 2014 13:39:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201411\4122126.xml936 ABC HobarthobartArts and Entertainment:Design:FashionGovernment and Politics:Elections:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllHuman Interest:All:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000The Mayoral robe last worn by Doone Kennedy in 1996.The Mayoral robe last worn by Doone Kennedy in 1996.936 ABC Hobart: Fred Hooper: 936 ABC Hobart: Fred Hooper-42.8847 147.3303Hobart Lord Mayor Sue Hickey officially installed after election victoryhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-11-05/hobart-lord-mayor-sue-hickey-sworn-in/5868900?source=rss
Lord Mayor Sue Hickey is officially sworn in after winning a nail-biting election for the post formerly held by Damon Thomas.Thu, 06 Nov 2014 10:04:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201411\4122434.xml936 ABC HobarthobartGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Hobart Lord Mayor Sue Hickey in ceremonial chains and robe.Hobart Lord Mayor Sue Hickey in ceremonial chains and robe.ABC News: Ros Lehman: ABC News: Ros Lehman-42.8847 147.3303Council mergers back on agenda after local government electionshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-11-05/councils-mergers-back-on-agenda-after-local-government-changing/5868222?source=rss
Merging Tasmania's 29 councils is put back on agenda with the Government saying the community has shifted in favour of reform.Wed, 05 Nov 2014 20:57:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201411\4122178.xml936 ABC HobarthobartnorthtasGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Australia:TAS:Launceston 7250Hobart Town HallHobart Town Hall, meeting place of Hobart City Council.Cate GrantABC News: Cate Grant-42.8167 147.8167Local council polls: Sue Hickey elected Hobart Lord Mayor over Damon Thomashttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-10-29/sue-hickey-elected-as-hobart-next-lord-mayor/5850642?source=rss
Challenger Sue Hickey has been elected as Hobart's next Lord Mayor after a nail-biting election race with incumbent Damon Thomas. After preferences Alderman Hickey finished 892 votes in front of her rival.Wed, 29 Oct 2014 20:22:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201410\4117165.xml936 ABC HobarthobartGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Incoming Hobart Lord Mayor Sue HickeyIncoming Hobart Lord Mayor Sue Hickey: Sue Hickey elected Hobart Lord Mayor after beating incumbentChallenger Sue Hickey has been elected as Hobart's next Lord Mayor after a nail-biting election race with incumbent Damon Thomas.Rosemary Bolger-42.8847 147.3303Green light for Hobart university complex despite height concernshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-10-28/green-light-for-hobart-university-complex/5846144?source=rss
A university housing block in central Hobart has gained council planning approval despite height and heritage concerns.Tue, 28 Oct 2014 16:17:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201410\4115947.xml936 ABC HobarthobartCommunity and Society:Urban Development and Planning:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Architects image of the University of Tasmania's student accommodation for central Hobart.Architects image of the University of Tasmania's student accommodation for central Hobart.Terroir: Terroir-42.8847 147.3303Hobart Council candidate says he was offered votes over waterfront walkwayhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-10-23/hobart-council-candidate-says-he-was-offered-votes-walkway/5834736?source=rss
A candidate for the Hobart City Council has claimed he has been offered a block of votes by a former state Labor health minister if he opposes a controversial waterfront walkway.Thu, 23 Oct 2014 08:15:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201410\4112722.xml936 ABC HobarthobartBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:TourismGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:Battery Point 7004Proposed walkway for Battery Point.Proposed walkway for Battery Point.Hobart City Council: -42.8833 147.3333Hobart Council green lights controversial walkway in historic Battery Pointhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-10-14/council-green-light-for-controversial-walkway-in-battery-point/5811168?source=rss
A controversial walkway along the historic Battery Point foreshore in Hobart has been given the green light, decades after it was first proposed.Tue, 14 Oct 2014 08:28:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201410\4106309.xml936 ABC HobarthobartCommunity and Society:Urban Development and Planning:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:Battery Point 7004Proposed walkway for Battery Point.Proposed walkway for Battery Point.Hobart City Council: -42.8833 147.3333Tasmanian Premier Will Hodgman vows to avoid 'exciting headlines'http://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-10-12/premier-will-hodgman-promises-no-thrills-headlines-in-tasmania/5807588?source=rss
The first Liberal Tasmanian government in 16 years will not be thrilling and will not generate exciting headlines, Premier Will Hodgman says. Mr Hodgman has used his first state council speech as Premier to commit to focussing on results. He made no apologies for his government's disciplined approach and hit back at criticism it had not provided much information about public service job cuts. He slammed his government's predecessors for providing a "soap opera on our screens each night." Liberal delegates lined up to urge Mr Hodgman to review the Hare Clark electoral system claiming it delivered unworkable parliaments.Mon, 13 Oct 2014 07:39:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201410\4105248.xml936 ABC HobarthobartnorthtasGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Parliament:State ParliamentAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Australia:TAS:Launceston 7250Will Hodgman, Tasmanian Premier, delivers a speech to the state Liberal council.Will Hodgman, Tasmanian Premier, delivers a speech to the state Liberal council.ABC News: ABC News"No thrills": Tasmania's Premier tells the party faithfulWill Hodgman delivers his first Liberal State Council speech as Tasmanian Premier, telling the party faithful not to expect a government of thrills and exciting headlines.Annah Fromberg-41.447 147.1386Myer development deal: Hobart Lord Mayor defends $14 million support to keep retail giant in Hobarthttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-10-01/hobarts-lord-mayor-defends-14m-myer-deal/5781618?source=rss
The Hobart City Council has estimated the total value of support for Myer redevelopment in the city would reach about $14 million.Wed, 01 Oct 2014 20:29:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201410\4098133.xml936 ABC HobarthobartBusiness, Economics and Finance:All:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:RetailCommunity and Society:Urban Development and Planning:AllGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Myer redevelopment site in Hobart, July 2014Myer redevelopment site in Hobart, July 2014ABC News: Andy Cunningham: ABC News: Andy Cunningham-42.8847 147.3303Hobart City Council commits up to $7 million to secure new Hobart Myer storehttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-09-30/hobart-city-council-commits-up-to-7-million-to-secure-new-myer/5780698?source=rss
The Hobart City Council will pay retailer Myer up to $7 million to develop a new store in the CBD.Tue, 30 Sep 2014 22:08:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201409\4097828.xml936 ABC HobarthobartGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Myer redevelopment site in Hobart, July 2014Myer redevelopment site in Hobart, July 2014ABC News: Andy Cunningham: ABC News: Andy Cunningham-42.8847 147.3303City of Hobart prize: Captain Cook playing golf and light bulb glasswork win awardhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-09-26/interstate-artists-take-out-city-of-hobart-art-prize/5772904?source=rss
An image of Captain James Cook holding a golf club amid a clutch of cane toads is one of the winners of this year's City of Hobart Art Prize.Fri, 26 Sep 2014 18:31:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201409\4095696.xml936 ABC HobarthobartArts and Entertainment:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllHuman Interest:Awards and Prizes:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000New South Wales artist Rew Hanks' lino cut won the print making section of the 2014 City of Hobart aNew South Wales artist Rew Hanks' lino cut won the print making section of the 2014 City of Hobart art prize.City of Hobart: City of Hobart-42.8847 147.3303Luke Martin, Glenorchy alderman, not recontesting position on councilhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-09-20/high-profile-glenorchy-alderman-luke-martin-not-recontesting/5757734?source=rss
A high-profile Glenorchy alderman has resigned from council and is not seeking re-election.Sat, 20 Sep 2014 09:46:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201409\4091626.xml936 ABC HobarthobartGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:Glenorchy 7010Luke Martin, Tasmanian Tourism Council CEO.Luke Martin, Tasmanian Tourism Council CEO.ABC News: ABC News-42.8302 147.2848Dick Adams, high-profile former MP, running for local government election in Tasmaniahttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-09-12/high-profile-former-mps-run-for-local-government-elections-in-t/5740112?source=rss
The former federal Labor member for Lyons, Dick Adams, is running for Northern Midlands mayor at next month's local government elections.Fri, 12 Sep 2014 16:48:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201409\4086623.xml936 ABC HobartnorthtashobartGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:Burnie 7320Australia:TAS:Campbell Town 7210Australia:TAS:Hobart 7000Australia:TAS:Launceston 7250Labor MP Dick Adams agrees the State Government's management of the health system should be closely Labor MP Dick Adams agrees the State Government's management of the health system should be closely scrutinised by Canberra.ABC News: ABC News-42.8847 147.3303Tasmania's political candidates urged to detail election donations on new websitehttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-09-05/new-website-to-offer-political-donation-transparency/5722880?source=rss
Political candidates in Tasmania have been urged to disclose campaign donations before polling day on a new website.Sat, 06 Sep 2014 08:49:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201409\4081953.xml936 ABC HobarthobartnorthtasGovernment and Politics:Elections:AllGovernment and Politics:Electoral System:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Australia:TAS:Launceston 7250Unidentified person voting and election sign at ACT polling booth. October 2012.Unidentified person voting and election sign at ACT polling booth. October 2012.ABC Local: Jim Trail: ABC Local: Jim TrailElection donationsA new group has set up a website designed to put pressure on politicians to reveal who is helping them pay for their election campaigns.Airlie Ward-42.8167 147.8167Doone Kennedy, Tasmania's first female Lord Mayor, dies aged 87http://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-08-30/doone-kennedy-dies-aged-87/5708080?source=rss
Tasmania's first female Lord Mayor, Doone Kennedy, has died in hospital aged 87. Mrs Kennedy spent 17 years on the Hobart City Council, including a decade as Mayor in the 1980s and 90s. Two years into her term, the conservative council became embroiled in controversy by banning a gay rights stall at Salamanca market. Mrs Kennedy was known for being pro-development and often found herself in the middle of Hobart's perennial heritage debate. She is survived by a son and a daughter.Sun, 31 Aug 2014 14:58:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201408\4077706.xml936 ABC HobarthobartCommunity and Society:All:AllCommunity and Society:Death:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllHuman Interest:People:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Doone KennedyDoone KennedyABC News: ABC NewsFormer Lord Mayor Doone Kennedy diesHobart's first female Lord Mayor, Doone Kennedy, has died aged 87.Annah Fromberg-42.8847 147.3303Former Lord Mayor Doone Kennedy dieshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-08-30/former-lord-mayor-doone-kennedy-dies/5708122?source=rss
Sat, 30 Aug 2014 19:51:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201408\4077718.xml936 ABC HobarthobartGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Former Lord Mayor Doone Kennedy diesFormer Lord Mayor Doone Kennedy dies7pm TV News TAS: 7pm TV News TASFormer Lord Mayor Doone Kennedy diesHobart's first female Lord Mayor, Doone Kennedy, has died aged 87.Annah Fromberg-42.8847 147.3303North Melbourne deal seals three AFL games a year for Hobarthttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-08-26/north-melbourne-deal-seals-three-games-a-year-in-hobart/5696024?source=rss
The North Melbourne Football Club will play three games a year at Bellerive Oval until 2016 after the Hobart City Council agreed to continue a sponsorship deal.Tue, 26 Aug 2014 11:21:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201408\4074403.xml936 ABC HobarthobartmelbourneCommunity and Society:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Australia:VIC:Melbourne 3000Ziebell celebrates goal against the CrowsZiebell celebrates goal against the CrowsGetty Images: Michael Dodge: Getty Images: Michael Dodge-42.8847 147.3303Southern councils back medicinal cannabis growing trials in Tasmaniahttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-08-12/support-grows-for-medicinal-cannabis-trials-in-southern-tasmania/5664164?source=rss
Councils in Tasmania's south have backed moves to allow trials of growing cannabis for medicinal use.Tue, 12 Aug 2014 12:19:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201408\4065392.xml936 ABC HobarthobartGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Industrial hemp crop beginning to flower and seedIndustrial hemp crop beginning to flower and seedRose Grant: Rose Grant-42.8847 147.3303Tasmanian councils want State Government to plan for population growthhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-08-11/tasmanian-councils-want-state-government-action-on-population-p/5662448?source=rss
Tasmania's southern councils want the State Government to commission detailed modelling on the state's future population growth. Think South, the body representing 12 southern councils, insists the move is vital to gauge future service and infrastructure needs. The areas represented by the group are growing at a faster than the rest of the state and they are concerned existing infrastructure bottlenecks will worsen as growth continues as expected.Mon, 11 Aug 2014 16:23:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201408\4065068.xml936 ABC HobarthobartCommunity and Society:Population and Demographics:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Australia:TAS:Sorell 7172Australia's population is tipped to rise in coming decadesA composite graphic showing a traffic jam in Sydney (left) and a Brisbane suburb.: -42.8847 147.3303School chaplain sacked over Facebook post calling homosexuality 'not normal'http://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-08-08/hobart-college-chaplain-sacked-over-homophobic-facebook-post/5657750?source=rss
A Hobart school chaplain has been sacked for re-posting a comment on Facebook that described homosexuality as "not normal". Troy Williams has been stood down from his role at the Kingborough Council and Hobart College.Fri, 08 Aug 2014 22:13:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201408\4063625.xml936 ABC HobarthobartCommunity and Society:Gays and Lesbians:AllCommunity and Society:Religion and Beliefs:AllEducation:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Australia:TAS:Kingston 7050Troy Williams, Kingborough Council youth officer and Hobart College chaplain.Troy Williams, Kingborough Council youth officer and Hobart College chaplain.Education Department website: Education Department website-42.8847 147.3303Bid to free up more Mount Wellington land for developers moves to next phasehttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-08-04/mount-wellington-development-proposals/5644356?source=rss
As locals and visitors enjoy some of the best snow seen on Hobart's Mount Wellington in about a decade, debate continues over plans for development. The Wellington Management Trust is considering a boundary change which would increase the area available for development at the Pinnacle by about 15 per cent. It comes as a Hobart alderman seeks a new proponent for a major tourism venture at The Springs.Mon, 04 Aug 2014 10:22:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201408\4060115.xml936 ABC HobarthobartCommunity and Society:Urban Development and Planning:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllRural:Community Development:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Snow-dusted Mount Wellington, Hobart, Tasmania.Snow-dusted Mount Wellington, Hobart, Tasmania.Louise Saunders: Louise Saunders-42.8847 147.3303Medicinal cannabis not ruled out, Treasurer Peter Gutwein tells Tasmanian councillorshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-07-23/medical-cannabis-crops-possible-tasmanian-treasurer-gutwein-says/5619176?source=rss
The Tasmanian Government would be prepared to support the findings of an Upper House inquiry into medicinal cannabis, the Treasurer Peter Gutwein has indicated.Thu, 24 Jul 2014 15:03:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201407\4052429.xml936 ABC HobarthobartGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Treasurer Peter Gutwein says government may yet consider medical cannabisTreasurer Peter Gutwein says government may yet consider medical cannabis: Peter Gutwein addresses council conferenceFor the first time in 16 years a state Liberal minister has attended Tasmania's Local Government conference.Annah Fromberg-42.8847 147.3303Bogan controversy mayor Bertrand Cadart survives no confidence votehttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-07-23/tasmanian-bogan-controversy-mayor-survives-no-confidence-vote/5616612?source=rss
A Tasmanian mayor who described his town as ugly and the residents as bogans has survived a no confidence motion. Glamorgan Spring Bay Mayor, Bertrand Cadart, made the comments in a national magazine article about former woodchip export town Triabunna. A council motion calling to him resign was voted down on Tuesday night.Wed, 23 Jul 2014 11:08:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201407\4051667.xml936 ABC HobarthobartGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllHuman Interest:All:AllAustralia:TAS:Triabunna 7190Bertrand Cadart, Glamorgan Spring Bay Mayor, July 23, 2014Bertrand Cadart, Glamorgan Spring Bay Mayor, July 23, 2014: -42.5073 147.9067Cannabis industry: Tasmanian councils look to hemp to boost jobshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-07-17/councils-look-to-cannabis-as-jobs-panacea/5604450?source=rss
Councils around Tasmania are pushing for industrial and medical cannabis to drive jobs growth in regional areas. Farmers have been trying for years to grow industrial hemp for fibre, but have struggled with regulatory hurdles. The State Government recently rejected a medical cannabis growing trial, citing concerns about safety and social harm.Fri, 18 Jul 2014 12:06:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201407\4048266.xml936 ABC HobarthobartnorthtasBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:MiningCommunity and Society:Unemployment:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllRural:All:AllRural:Forestry:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Australia:TAS:Launceston 7250Australia:TAS:New Norfolk 7140Australia:TAS:Queenstown 7467Australia:TAS:Scottsdale 7260Industrial hemp cropIndustrial hemp cropEliza Wood: Eliza Wood-42.084 145.5499Hobart Council split over AFL fundinghttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-07-15/hobart-council-split-over-afl-funding/5599402?source=rss
Tue, 15 Jul 2014 19:58:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201407\4046691.xml936 ABC HobarthobartBusiness, Economics and Finance:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllSport:All:AllSport:Australian Football League:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Hobart Council split over AFL fundingHobart Council split over AFL funding7pm TV News TAS: 7pm TV News TASHobart Council split over AFL fundingDivisions have emerged within Hobart City Council over whether to continue funding AFL matches at Bellerive Oval.Peter Gee-42.8847 147.3303Hobart council split on funding for AFL matches at Bellerivehttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-07-15/hobart-council-split-over-funding-for-afl-matches/5596846?source=rss
Divisions have emerged within Hobart City Council over whether to continue funding AFL matches at Bellerive Oval.Tue, 15 Jul 2014 09:02:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201407\4046082.xml936 ABC HobarthobartGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllSport:Australian Football League:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Lindsay Thomas celebrates a North Melbourne goalLindsay Thomas celebrates a North Melbourne goalGetty: Michael Dodge: Getty: Michael Dodge-42.8847 147.3303Animals to stay at Tas farm school after Brighton Council backs downhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-07-14/animals-to-stay-at-farm-school-after-council-backdown/5594988?source=rss
A Tasmanian council has backed down from an order to remove animals from a farm school near Hobart.Mon, 14 Jul 2014 19:52:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201407\4045562.xml936 ABC HobarthobartEducation:Schools:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllRural:Livestock:AllAustralia:TAS:Brighton 7030One of the students feeding a doe at the Jordan River school farmOne of the students feeding a doe at the Jordan River school farm936 ABC Hobart: Fred Hooper: 936 ABC Hobart: Fred HooperBrighton's Jordan River Farm School safeBrighton's Jordan River Farm School is safe at its current location, for now.
The local council today withdrew an order it made just last week for the school north of Hobart to remove its farm animals.
The school's long-term future at the site is still under a cloud.Stephen Smiley-42.7012 147.2681Mount Wellington cable car developers accused of misleading the publichttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-07-06/fears-mount-wellington-cable-car-towers-tall-as-wrest-point/5575034?source=rss
Opponents of a cable car development proposed for Hobart's Mount Wellington have accused the company behind it of trying to hide information from the public. Anti-cable-car group Respect The Mountain claims leaked documents show support towers for the car would be up to 75 metres tall. Hobart's tallest building, the Wrest Point Tower, is 73 metres tall. But the developers say the actual height of the towers has not yet been determined.Mon, 07 Jul 2014 09:47:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201407\4040238.xml936 ABC HobarthobartBusiness, Economics and Finance:All:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Environmentally Sustainable Business:AllCommunity and Society:Urban Development and Planning:AllEnvironment:Environmental Impact:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Mount Wellington cable car concept graphicMount Wellington cable car concept graphicMount Wellington Cable Car Group: Mount Wellington Cable Car GroupConcern over cable car plansThe proponents of a cable car on Mount Wellington have denied claims towers for the project would be taller than Wrest Point Casino.
Opponents of the plan say they have documents showing one support tower would be 75 metres tall.-42.8847 147.3303Glamorgan Spring Bay Mayor Bertrand Cadart labels residents of Tasmania's Triabunna 'most bogan of bogans'http://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-07-02/outrage-after-mayor-labels-tasmanian-town-most-bogan/5564728?source=rss
The mayor of Triabunna on Tasmania's east coast is being urged to resign after he labelled the town "ugly" and some of its residents "the most bogan of bogans".Thu, 03 Jul 2014 07:20:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201407\4037382.xml936 ABC HobarthobartCommunity and Society:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:Triabunna 7190Glamorgan Spring Bay Mayor Bertrand CadartGlamorgan Spring Bay Mayor Bertrand CadartLaurence PalkABC News: Laurence PalkMayor under fire for 'most bogan of bogans' commentGlamorgan Spring Bay Mayor Bertrand Cadart has come under fire for comments made to a national magazine.Tamara Glumac-42.5073 147.9067Mayor under fire for 'most bogan of bogans' commenthttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-07-02/mayor-under-fire-for-most-bogan-of-bogans-comment/5567598?source=rss
Wed, 02 Jul 2014 20:48:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201407\4038047.xml936 ABC HobarthobartBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:TourismBusiness, Economics and Finance:Regional Development:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:Spring Bay 7190Mayor under fire for 'most bogan of bogans' commentMayor under fire for 'most bogan of bogans' comment7pm TV News TAS: 7pm TV News TASMayor under fire for 'most bogan of bogans' commentGlamorgan Spring Bay Mayor Bertrand Cadart has come under fire for comments made to a national magazine.Tamara Glumac-42.522724 147.916489Tasmanian council knocks back massive free-range egg farmhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-06-03/southern-midland-says-no-to-free-range-chickens/5498198?source=rss
A Tasmanian farmer is considering his options after complaints from neighbours prompted a council to reject his plans to produce organic free range eggs.Wed, 04 Jun 2014 09:23:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201406\4018157.xml936 ABC HobarthobartEnvironment:Pollution:Land PollutionEnvironment:Pollution:Water PollutionGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllRural:Livestock:Poultry and Egg ProductionAustralia:TAS:Mangalore 7030Matt Wickham feeds one of his chickensMatt Wickham feeds one of his chickensABC News: ABC News-42.6500 147.2333Another step taken in Myer store rebuild in central Hobarthttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-05-27/another-step-taken-in-myer-store-return/5480512?source=rss
Hobart's Lord Mayor is confident preliminary works at the Myer site is confirmation the new department store will be built soon.Tue, 27 May 2014 13:05:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201405\4013033.xml936 ABC HobarthobartBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:RetailCommunity and Society:Urban Development and Planning:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000An artist's impression of the new Myer building in HobartAn artist's impression of the new Myer building in Liverpool Street, Hobart.Myer: Myer-42.8847 147.3303AFL threatening a North South trucehttp://www.abc.net.au/news/video/2014/05/23/4011164.htm?source=rss
The future of AFL games in Tasmania has reignited a feud between the North and South of the state after a temporary truce.Fri, 23 May 2014 20:21:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201405\4011164.xml936 ABC HobarthobartnorthtasGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllSport:Australian Football League:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Australia:TAS:Launceston 7250AFL threatening a North South truceAFL threatening a North South truceStateline Tasmania: Stateline TasmaniaAFL threatening a North South truceThe future of AFL games in Tasmania has reignited a feud between the North and South of the state after a temporary truce.Tyson Shine-41.447 147.1386Hobart Lord Mayor defends contact with cable car proponenthttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-05-21/hobart-lord-mayor-defends-contact-with-cable-car-proponent/5469132?source=rss
Hobart's Lord Mayor Damon Thomas has rejected calls to step aside from debate about plans for a Mount Wellington cable car.Wed, 21 May 2014 21:37:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201405\4009435.xml936 ABC HobarthobartCommunity and Society:Urban Development and Planning:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Hobart lends a hand to bushfire communitiesHobart lends a hand to bushfire communitiesNews Online Brisbane: News Online Brisbane-42.8847 147.3303Hobart council tensions over cable car projecthttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-05-21/hobart-council-tensions-over-cable-car-project/5467134?source=rss
A Hobart Alderman is accusing the city's Lord Mayor of bias over support for the Mount Wellington cable car proposal.Wed, 21 May 2014 13:40:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201405\4008842.xml936 ABC HobarthobartnorthtasCommunity and Society:Urban Development and Planning:AllEnvironment:Conservation:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Australia:TAS:Launceston 7250Hobart is captured through clouds on Mount WellingtonHobart is captured through clouds on Mount WellingtonDain Bolwell: Dain Bolwell-42.8167 147.8167Blue whale sightings near Bruny Islandhttp://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2014/05/16/4006096.htm?source=rss
Bruny Island is a popular getaway destination for many Tasmanian's, and for the past three weeks it's been host to a rare endangered blue whale.
Fri, 16 May 2014 15:16:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201405\4006096.xml936 ABC HobarthobartGovernment and Politics:Governors General and State Governors:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllScience and Technology:Animals:AllScience and Technology:Biology:AllScience and Technology:Evolution:AllScience and Technology:Research:AllScience and Technology:Research Organisations:AllScience and Technology:DNA:AllScience and Technology:Animals:Mammals - WhalesAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Australia:TAS:Kettering 7155Blue whale near Bruny IslandBlue whale near Bruny IslandBrian Miller Australian Antarctic Division: Brian Miller An endangered blue whale near Bruny IslandAn endangered blue whale near Bruny IslandBrian MillerAustralian Antarctic Division: Brian MillerRare glimpse of a blue whale in Tasmanian watersRare glimpse of a blue whale in Tasmanian watersBrian MillerAustralian Antarctic Division: Brian Miller-43.1167 147.2500MONA hotel application still in pipelinehttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-05-16/mona-hotel-application-still-in-pipeline/5456936?source=rss
Hobart's Museum of Old and New Art (MONA) has been asked to provide more details about its hotel application to the Glenorchy City Council.Fri, 16 May 2014 09:21:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201405\4005770.xml936 ABC HobarthobartArts and Entertainment:Library Museum and Gallery:AllCommunity and Society:Urban Development and Planning:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:Berriedale 7011Museum of Old and New Art, MONA, Hobart (aerial view)Museum of Old and New Art, MONA, Hobart (aerial view)ABC: ABC-42.8199 147.2541Councils abolish developers' headworks chargeshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-05-13/councils-abolish-developer27s-headworks-charges/5450626?source=rss
Developers in Tasmania will no longer have to pay a one-off charge for headworks when their projects are close to existing water and sewerage infrastructure. Councils have agreed to abolish the charge once the State Government's two year moratorium expires.Tue, 13 May 2014 18:00:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201405\4003830.xml936 ABC HobarthobartnorthtasBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Building and ConstructionGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Australia:TAS:Launceston 7250New home under constructionNew home under constructionGary Rivett: ABC News: Gary Rivett: ABC News-42.8847 147.3303Mount Wellington cable car gets backing from alternative councilhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-05-13/mount-wellington-cable-car-gets-backing-from-altenative-council/5449204?source=rss
The Glenorchy City Council is pushing for a proposed Mount Wellington cable car to operate from the municipality.Tue, 13 May 2014 12:03:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201405\4003400.xml936 ABC HobarthobartBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:TourismCommunity and Society:Urban Development and Planning:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:Glenorchy 7010Australia:TAS:Hobart 7000Mount Wellington cable car concept graphicMount Wellington cable car concept graphicMount Wellington Cable Car Group: Mount Wellington Cable Car Group-42.8302 147.2848David Bartlett's 'huge, weird and wild' familyhttp://www.abc.net.au/local/photos/2014/05/09/4001772.htm?source=rss
There was no hesitation from the former premier of Tasmania David Bartlett when asked if he'd be interested in speaking about his 'huge, weird and wild' family just days away from Mother's Day.
Fri, 09 May 2014 17:17:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201405\4001772.xml936 ABC HobarthobartCommunity and Society:Family and Children:AdoptionCommunity and Society:Grief:AllGovernment and Politics:Electoral System:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllHuman Interest:People:AllHuman Interest:Offbeat:AllCommunity and Society:Family and Children:ParentingCommunity and Society:Regional:AllCommunity and Society:National Days:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000David Bartlett"It's probably one of my earliest memories being told that and coming to the realisation that, you know, I wasn't like the other kids and didn't quite belong here." David BartlettABC Local: David Bartlett"It's probably one of my earliest memories being told that and coming to the realisation that, you know, I wasn't like the other kids and didn't quite belong here." David BartlettFred Hooper-42.8847 147.3303Future of Mount Wellington Springs development under a cloudhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-05-07/future-of--mount-wellington-springs-development-under-a-cloud/5435622?source=rss
A Hobart architect is still hoping to complete a major development on Mount Wellington, despite his fellow proponent withdrawing from the plan. Robert Morris-Nunn wants to build a visitors centre, restaurant and car park. Local developer Ali Sultan has withdrawn from the project. The deadline for substantial commencement is set tomorrow.Wed, 07 May 2014 09:22:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201405\3999471.xml936 ABC HobarthobartCommunity and Society:Urban Development and Planning:AllEnvironment:Conservation:National ParksGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Mount Wellington with cloud over peakCloud streams over Hobart's Mount Wellington on an autumn morning, October 2007.ABC News: -42.8847 147.3303Cable car backers told to seek zoning change from Mt Wellington Trusthttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-04-29/cable-car-backers-told-to-seek-zoning-from-mt-wellington-trust/5417710?source=rss
The backers of the cable car proposal for Hobart's Mount Wellington have been advised by the council to seek a zoning change.Tue, 29 Apr 2014 14:57:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201404\3994055.xml936 ABC HobarthobartCommunity and Society:Urban Development and Planning:AllEnvironment:Conservation:National ParksGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Mount Wellington cable car concept graphicMount Wellington cable car concept graphicMount Wellington Cable Car Group: Mount Wellington Cable Car Group-42.8847 147.3303Water authority floats abolition of costly developer feeshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-04-15/water-authority-floats-abolition-of-developer-fees/5391544?source=rss
A proposal to abolish costly developer charges for two years will be made permanent under a proposal by Tasmania's water authority.Tue, 15 Apr 2014 15:06:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201404\3985976.xml936 ABC HobarthobartnorthtasEnvironment:Water Management:AllEnvironment:Water Supply:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Australia:TAS:Launceston 7250Launceston developer Darren Goodyer talks to his builder on site.Launceston developer Darren Goodyer talks to his builder on site.ABC: Emily Bryan: ABC: Emily Bryan-42.8167 147.8167Tasmania's former Premier defends renewal of bureaucrats contractshttp://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2014/04/04/3978320.htm?source=rss
Tasmania's former Premier Lara Giddings has defended her decision to renew the contracts of top bureaucrats telling ABC Local Radio that she had a contractual obligation to do so.Fri, 04 Apr 2014 10:11:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201404\3978320.xml936 ABC HobarthobartGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Budget:AllGovernment and Politics:Elections:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Parliament:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllGovernment and Politics:Forms of Government:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Former Tasmanian premier Lara Giddings defending recent contract extensions of top public servantsFormer Tasmanian premier Lara Giddings defending recent contract extensions of top public servantsFred HooperABC Local: Fred Hooper-42.8847 147.3303Big housing plot to replace old brickworks after green light from Hobart councilhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-03-25/hobart-council-approves-the-biggest-home-subdivision-in-decades/5342662?source=rss
The Hobart City Council has approved the city's largest residential subdivision in more than 20 years.Tue, 25 Mar 2014 09:23:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201403\3970628.xml936 ABC HobarthobartBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Building and ConstructionGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000K and D brickworks in HobartK and D brickworks in HobartABC: ABC-42.8847 147.3303Coming face to face with the political beasthttp://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2014/03/17/3965058.htm?source=rss
For the seasoned campaigners of the Tasmanian state election, the games, election tactics and occasional nasty comment wouldn't have come as a shock but for first time candidates, this may have been a very scary world.
Mon, 17 Mar 2014 16:42:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201403\3965058.xml936 ABC HobarthobartCommunity and Society:Grief:AllCommunity and Society:Race Relations:AllGovernment and Politics:Budget:AllGovernment and Politics:Constitution:AllGovernment and Politics:Elections:AllGovernment and Politics:Electoral System:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllHuman Interest:People:AllHuman Interest:Offbeat:AllCommunity and Society:Leadership:AllCommunity and Society:Relationships:AllCommunity and Society:Regional:AllGovernment and Politics:Forms of Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Activism and Lobbying:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Deborah De Williams says life in the political spotlight wasn't easy to adjust toDeborah De Williams says life in the political spotlight wasn't easy to adjust toFred HooperABC Local: Fred HooperDeborah De Williams says life in the political spotlight wasn't easy to adjust toDeborah De Williams explains coming face to face with political life during the Tasmanian state electionFred Hooper-42.8847 147.3303Tasmania votes 2014: The issues that are important to youhttp://www.abc.net.au/local/photos/2014/03/06/3958309.htm?source=rss
During the 2014 Tasmanian state election ABC Local wants to hear not only from the politicians but also from the people of the electorates to find out what they want and the issues that will impact on them.
Thu, 13 Mar 2014 15:39:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201403\3958309.xml936 ABC HobartnorthtashobartCommunity and Society:All:AllCommunity and Society:Aged Care:AllCommunity and Society:Careers:AllCommunity and Society:Death:AllCommunity and Society:Discrimination:AllCommunity and Society:Domestic Violence:AllCommunity and Society:Drugs and Substance Abuse:AllCommunity and Society:Euthanasia:AllCommunity and Society:Family and Children:AllCommunity and Society:Gambling:AllCommunity and Society:Globalisation:AllCommunity and Society:Grief:AllCommunity and Society:History:AllCommunity and Society:Homelessness:AllCommunity and Society:Immigration:AllCommunity and Society:Multiculturalism:AllCommunity and Society:Population and Demographics:AllCommunity and Society:Poverty:AllCommunity and Society:Race Relations:AllCommunity and Society:Religion and Beliefs:AllCommunity and Society:Suicide:AllCommunity and Society:Welfare:AllCommunity and Society:Unemployment:AllCommunity and Society:Urban Development and Planning:AllCommunity and Society:Youth:AllEducation:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Elections:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Parliament:Federal ParliamentGovernment and Politics:Parliament:State ParliamentGovernment and Politics:Political Parties:AlpGovernment and Politics:Political Parties:LiberalsGovernment and Politics:Political Parties:NationalsGovernment and Politics:Political Parties:DemocratsGovernment and Politics:Political Parties:GreensGovernment and Politics:Political Parties:One NationInformation and Communication:All:AllCommunity and Society:Leadership:AllCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllCommunity and Society:Work:AllCommunity and Society:Men:AllCommunity and Society:Women:AllCommunity and Society:Relationships:AllCommunity and Society:Regional:AllGovernment and Politics:Forms of Government:AllCommunity and Society:Volunteers:AllCommunity and Society:Social Capital:AllGovernment and Politics:Political Parties:Minor PartiesCommunity and Society:Missing Person:AllCommunity and Society:Community and Multicultural Festivals:AllCommunity and Society:Emigration:AllCommunity and Society:National Days:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Burnie 7320Australia:TAS:Devonport 7310Australia:TAS:Hobart 7000Australia:TAS:Launceston 7250Mike Randall from Sorell"I'd love to see the politicians actually start working together and forget that they're on different sides of politics but actually work together to do something."Fred HooperABC Local: Fred HooperJenny Kingston admits she is concerned about the future as a small business owner in TasmaniaJenny Kingston admits she is concerned about the future as a small business owner in TasmaniaFred HooperABC Local: Fred HooperChristopher Brearley says employment, education and health are all major issues for him in the 2014 Christopher Brearley says employment, education and health are all major issues for him in the 2014 state electionFred HooperABC Local: Fred HooperJonathan Hodgkin is a small business owner in MoonahJonathan Hodgkin is a small business owner in MoonahFred HooperABC Local: Fred HooperVoter Profile Roz FlanaganRoz Flanagan runs a veterinary clinic in Penguin, in the Braddon electorateRick EavesABC Local: Rick EavesGail Singline"I'm from the North East, it's a pretty sad case up there because there are really no jobs."Tim WalkerABC Local: Tim WalkerStever WrightSteve Wright from Launceston is looking for a party that has a unified vision for TasmaniaTim WalkerABC Local: Tim WalkerRob HolmstromBoat Harbour home dad Rob Holmstrom with his children Sophie and TomRick EavesABC Local: Rick Eaves-42.8167 147.8167Sea Shepherd's Bob Barker gets honorary home port status in Hobarthttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-03-12/sea-shepherd27s-bob-barker-gets-honorary-home-port-status-in-h/5314792?source=rss
Tasmania's capital city Hobart is to become an honorary home port for the anti-whaling ship, Bob Barker.Wed, 12 Mar 2014 10:24:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201403\3961557.xml936 ABC HobarthobartEnvironment:Conservation:WhalingGovernment and Politics:Activism and Lobbying:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Anti-whaling ship, Bob BarkerAnti-whaling ship, Bob BarkerABC, Michael Dalla Fontana: ABC, Michael Dalla Fontana-42.8847 147.3303Zoe Daniel on life as a foreign correspondenthttp://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2014/03/07/3958887.htm?source=rss
Tasmania's Zoe Daniel is still trying to re-adjust to Australian life after spending the last ten years abroad as the ABC's foreign correspondent for Africa, South East Asia and most recently completing a stint in Bangkok.
Fri, 07 Mar 2014 12:16:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201403\3958887.xml936 ABC HobarthobartnorthtasGovernment and Politics:Constitution:AllGovernment and Politics:Elections:AllGovernment and Politics:Electoral System:AllGovernment and Politics:Foreign Affairs:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Parliament:AllGovernment and Politics:Political Parties:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllGovernment and Politics:World Politics:AllInformation and Communication:Broadcasting:AllInformation and Communication:Broadcasting:ABCInformation and Communication:Broadcasting:RadioInformation and Communication:Broadcasting:TelevisionInformation and Communication:Journalism:AllGovernment and Politics:Social Policy:AllGovernment and Politics:Forms of Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Activism and Lobbying:AllAustralia:SA:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Australia:TAS:Launceston 7250Australia:VIC:AllCentral African Republic:All:AllSouth Africa:All:AllAsia:All:Allin front of burning Centralworld Shopping Centre Bangkok May 2010in front of burning Centralworld Shopping Centre Bangkok May 2010David LelandABC TV: David LelandZoe Daniel on life as a foreign correspondent "I was really frightened about getting the job actually. I was aware that if I didn't put in for it then it would probably pass me by."Louise Saunders-42.8847 147.3303China-Hobart air link talkshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-03-06/china-hobart-air-link-talks/5302484?source=rss
Hobart's Lord Mayor hopes to secure an agreement today for direct passenger flights between the capital city and China. Damon Thomas will meet general managers from China's major airlines in Melbourne this afternoon, including Air China and China Southern Airlines. Alderman Thomas says the direct charter flights could be lucrative tourism boost for the whole state.Thu, 06 Mar 2014 15:30:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201403\3957928.xml936 ABC HobarthobartGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllLifestyle and Leisure:Travel and Tourism:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Plane lands in SydneyPlane lands in SydneyAudience submitted: Tom Davison: Audience submitted: Tom Davison-42.8847 147.3303Voter profile: Christopher Brearley from Ketteringhttp://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2014/03/04/3956614.htm?source=rss
When Christopher Brearley isn't flying into Western Australia for work, he spends most of his time in Kettering in Tasmania's south and for him there a few issues he would like to see changed from the state election in March.Tue, 04 Mar 2014 16:13:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201403\3956614.xml936 ABC HobarthobartnorthtasGovernment and Politics:Budget:AllGovernment and Politics:Elections:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllHuman Interest:People:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Australia:TAS:Launceston 7250Christopher Brearley says employment, education and health are all major issues for him in the 2014 Christopher Brearley says employment, education and health are all major issues for him in the 2014 state electionFred HooperABC Local: Fred HooperVoter profile - Christopher Brearley Christopher Brearley from Kettering explains what's important to him during this state electionFred Hooper-42.8847 147.3303Young Tasmanian's voting for the first timehttp://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2014/02/27/3953782.htm?source=rss
There's going to be a number of first time voters at this year's Tasmanian state election and according to one of those voters, Griffin Blizzard, he's taking it very seriously.
Thu, 27 Feb 2014 17:16:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201402\3953782.xml936 ABC HobartnorthtashobartGovernment and Politics:Budget:AllGovernment and Politics:Electoral System:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Parliament:AllGovernment and Politics:Parliament:Federal ParliamentGovernment and Politics:Parliament:State ParliamentGovernment and Politics:Political Parties:AllGovernment and Politics:Public Sector:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllGovernment and Politics:Unions:AllGovernment and Politics:Forms of Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Elections:Federal ElectionsGovernment and Politics:Elections:PollsAustralia:TAS:Burnie 7320Australia:TAS:Devonport 7310Australia:TAS:Hobart 7000Young voters in Tasmania have their say on what's important to them in the 2014 state electionYoung voters in Tasmania have their say on what's important to them in the 2014 state electionIsaac Egan: Isaac Egan-42.8847 147.3303Pontville Detention Centre closure angers Tasmanian mayorhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-01-14/pontville-dentention-centre-closure-angers-local-mayor/5199494?source=rss
A Tasmanian mayor has hit out at a Federal Government decision to close the Pontville Detention Centre. The centre, north of Hobart, is one of four onshore detention centres to be closed saving the Government about $90 million a year. Brighton Mayor Tony Foster says the closure will have a big economic impact on the area and he is angry the Government did not warn him of the decision.Wed, 15 Jan 2014 08:49:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201401\3925346.xml936 ABC HobarthobartCommunity and Society:Immigration:RefugeesGovernment and Politics:Federal Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:Pontville 7030Huts at the Pontville Detention Centre outside HobartHuts at the Pontville Detention Centre outside HobartABC: ABCMayor angry over Pontville closureThe Federal Government has announced Tasmania's Pontville Detention Centre will close for good, angering the local community.-42.6833 147.2500Concerns new Hobart cruise ship terminal not ship shape for super linershttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-01-10/concerns-new-cruise-ship-terminal-not-ship-shape-for-super-line/5194666?source=rss
There are questions over the location of Hobart's new $7 million cruise ship terminal.Fri, 10 Jan 2014 15:24:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201401\3923671.xml936 ABC HobarthobartBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Cruise ship Celebrity Solstice at Macquarie Wharf No. 4, Hobart.Cruise ship Celebrity Solstice at Macquarie Wharf No. 4, Hobart.Twitter: Twitter-42.8847 147.3303No Ho Ho Ho in Hobarthttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-12-20/no-ho-ho-ho-in-hobart/5170576?source=rss
Fri, 20 Dec 2013 19:47:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201312\3915858.xml936 ABC HobarthobartCommunity and Society:All:AllCommunity and Society:Community and Multicultural Festivals:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllHuman Interest:All:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000No Ho Ho Ho in HobartNo Ho Ho Ho in Hobart7pm TV News TAS: 7pm TV News TASNo Ho Ho Ho in HobartHobart residents are complaining about the lack of Christmas cheer in the local council's city decorations.Tyson Shine-42.8847 147.3303Hobart's Christmas decorations dismissed as possibly the worst in Australiahttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-12-19/hobart27s-lord-mayor-denounces-the-city27s-christmas-decorati/5166308?source=rss
Hobart's Deputy Lord Mayor is proposing a festive face-lift for the city next Christmas, after describing this year's decorations as possibly the worst in the country.Thu, 19 Dec 2013 16:32:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201312\3914398.xml936 ABC HobarthobartCommunity and Society:Community and Multicultural Festivals:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000A Christmas banner hangs over Murray Street, Hobart.A Christmas banner hangs over Murray Street, Hobart.ABC: ABCA Christmas star hangs on light pole in Hobart.A Christmas star hangs on light pole in Hobart.ABC: ABC-42.8847 147.3303LGAT pushes for full NBN rollouthttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-12-07/lgat-pushes-for-full-nbn-rollout/5142072?source=rss
Tasmania's Local Government Association will lobby the Federal and State Governments to ensure the N-B-N roll-out proceeds as planned.Sat, 07 Dec 2013 09:11:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201312\3907102.xml936 ABC HobarthobartnorthtasGovernment and Politics:Federal Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Forms of Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllScience and Technology:Computers and Technology:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Australia:TAS:Launceston 7250Internet LAN cablesInternet LAN cablesReuters: Reuters-42.8847 147.3303War of words in Palmer United Party stoush in Tasmaniahttp://www.abc.net.au/pm/content/2013/s3905138.htm?source=rss
A former Palmer United Party candidate Marti Zucco in Tasmania has resigned from the party after getting late night voicemails from the party's Senator elect Jacqui Lambie. Ms Lambie has hit back saying Mr Zucco should have manned up and met her for coffee to sort out the dispute.
Wed, 04 Dec 2013 19:17:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201312\3905138.xml936 ABC HobarthobartGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Political Parties:Minor PartiesAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000War of words in Palmer United Party stoush in TasmaniaA former Palmer United Party candidate Marti Zucco in Tasmania has resigned from the party after getting late night voicemails from the party's Senator elect Jacqui Lambie. Ms Lambie has hit back saying Mr Zucco should have manned up and met her for coffee to sort out the dispute.Felicity Ogilvie-42.8847 147.3303Mayor Robyn Gerrity filling those big shoeshttp://www.abc.net.au/local/audio/2013/11/20/3895245.htm?source=rss
The West Coast Council has a new mayor, as Councillor Robyn Gerrity takes over the role left vacant by her late husband Darryl. Mayor Gerrity knows they are big shoes to fill, but she is also proud to follow on from her husband's work.Wed, 20 Nov 2013 15:29:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201311\3895245.xml936 ABC HobartnorthtashobartGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Elections:AllGovernment and Politics:Electoral System:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Queenstown 7467Australia:TAS:Strahan 7468Orr StreetWest Coast Council has a new mayor in its Queenstown chambers, Mayor Robyn GerrityTim WalkerABC Local: Tim WalkerMayor Robyn GerrityWest Coast Council's new Mayor Robyn Gerrity speaks to Leon ComptonTim Walker-42.084 145.5499Former west coast mayor Darryl Gerrity's wife takes on rolehttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-11-20/darryl-gerrity27s-wife-takes-west-coast-mayoral-mantle/5104648?source=rss
The wife of the late Darryl Gerrity has been elected West Coast mayor in a by-election following his death two months ago.Wed, 20 Nov 2013 11:05:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201311\3895019.xml936 ABC HobarthobartGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:Strahan 7468West Coast Mayor Darryl GerrityWest Coast Mayor Darryl Gerrity: -42.1534 145.3259Historic Blundstone boot tannery facing wrecking ballhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-11-05/historic-blundstone-tannery-facing-wrecking-ball/5069858?source=rss
There is community concern about the Hobart council's approval for the demolition of the former Blundstone boot tannery.Tue, 05 Nov 2013 10:33:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201311\3884122.xml936 ABC HobarthobartCommunity and Society:Urban Development and Planning:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:South Hobart 7004-42.8975 147.3087Council curbs Rebels' liquor licencehttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-11-01/council-curbs-rebels-liquor-licence/5064708?source=rss
Fri, 01 Nov 2013 20:07:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201311\3882320.xml936 ABC HobarthobartGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllLifestyle and Leisure:Clubs and Associations:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Council curbs Rebels' liquor licenceCouncil curbs Rebels' liquor licence7pm TV News TAS: 7pm TV News TASCouncil curbs Rebels' liquor licenceMembers of the Rebels Motorcycle Club in Hobart are angry about a big cut in licensing hours which will severely restrict when they are allowed to serve alcohol.Edith Bevin-42.8847 147.3303Wife of former West Coast mayor Darryl Gerrity in tilt for top jobhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-10-30/wife-of-former-west-coast-mayor-enters-by-election-race/5058306?source=rss
The wife of the late Darryl Gerrity has joined the race for West Coast mayor.Wed, 30 Oct 2013 18:59:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201310\3880278.xml936 ABC HobarthobartGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:Strahan 7468West Coast Mayor Darryl GerrityWest Coast Mayor Darryl Gerrity: -42.1534 145.3259Labor backs Liberal bid to free up Mt Wellington developmenthttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-10-17/labor-backs-liberal--bill-to-free-up-mt-welliington-development/5027498?source=rss
A Liberal bill to reduce the powers of the Mount Wellington Park Trust will go before the Upper House after winning Labor support.Thu, 17 Oct 2013 09:04:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201310\3870803.xml936 ABC HobarthobartCommunity and Society:Urban Development and Planning:AllEnvironment:Environmental Impact:AllEnvironment:Environmental Management:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Parliament:State ParliamentAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Hobart is captured through clouds on Mount WellingtonHobart is captured through clouds on Mount WellingtonDain Bolwell: Dain Bolwell-42.8847 147.3303Southern mayors claim road funding is inequitablehttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-10-07/southern-mayors-claim-road-funding-is-inequitable/5003674?source=rss
Mon, 07 Oct 2013 19:42:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201310\3864017.xml936 ABC HobarthobartnorthtasBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Road TransportGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:Huonville 7109Australia:TAS:Launceston 7250Southern mayors claim road funding is inequitableSouthern mayors claim road funding is inequitable7pm TV News TAS: 7pm TV News TASSouthern mayors claim road funding is inequitableTasmania's north-south divide has again flared up, with southern mayors claiming there is a significant disparity between road funding for the regions.Tyson Shine-43.031 147.0473Hundreds remember West Coast larrikinhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-10-05/hundreds-remember-west-coast-larrikin-darryl-gerrity/5000876?source=rss
Hundreds of people have attended a memorial service on Tasmania's West Coast for long-serving mayor Darryl Gerrity. Darryl Gerrity died from a brief illness last weekend. He was 70.Sun, 06 Oct 2013 11:14:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201310\3863087.xml936 ABC HobarthobartGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllHuman Interest:People:AllAustralia:TAS:Strahan 7468Hundreds attend Darryl Gerrity's memorial serviceHundreds attend Darryl Gerrity's memorial service: Full house for Darryl Gerrity memorialA hall on Tasmania's West Coast was overflowing as hundreds gathered to farewell the region's most colourful character.Claire Todd-42.1534 145.3259Darryl Gerrity rememberedhttp://www.abc.net.au/local/audio/2013/09/30/3858995.htm?source=rss
When the Abt River Railway closed earlier this year, reporter Rick Eaves travelled to Queenstown discuss the impact it would have on the community. He found Darryl Gerrity, the West Coast Mayor who died on the weekend, had strong family links to the historic line.Mon, 30 Sep 2013 13:10:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201309\3858995.xml936 ABC HobartnorthtashobartCommunity and Society:Death:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Rail TransportAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Queenstown 7467Australia:TAS:Strahan 7468Darryl GerrityDarryl Gerrity will be remembered for his strong advocacy of the West Coast community, and a man who was not afraid to speak his mindRick EavesSupplied: Rick EavesWest Coast Mayor Darryl Gerrity on the closure of the Abt RailwayWest Coast Mayor Darryl Gerrity on the closure of the Abt RailwayRick Eaves-42.1534 145.3259West Coast icon remembered as outspoken larrikinhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-09-28/darryl-gerrity-dies/4986966?source=rss
One of the icons of Tasmania's wild west Darryl Gerrity has died after being diagnosed with cancer about a month ago. He was 70. Councillor Gerrity was the West Coast's first popularly elected mayor and spent more than a decade in office. He has been remembered as an outspoken larrikin with a wild moustache.Sun, 29 Sep 2013 10:59:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201309\3858371.xml936 ABC HobartnorthtashobartCommunity and Society:Death:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:Queenstown 7467Australia:TAS:Strahan 7468West Coast Mayor Darryl GerrityWest Coast Mayor Darryl Gerrity: Local hero Darryl Gerrity dies.The West Coast Mayor Darryl Gerrity has died aged 70.Tamara Glumac-42.1534 145.3259Council plan to water down street crime threathttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-09-12/council-considers-handing-out-lollies-to-quell-revellers/4954392?source=rss
Teams of youths may be taking to Hobart's streets giving out water and lollies in a new plan to tackle crime.Thu, 12 Sep 2013 21:39:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201309\3847567.xml936 ABC HobarthobartCommunity and Society:Youth:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:Crime:Antisocial BehaviourLaw, Crime and Justice:Crime Prevention:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000A bottle of waterA bottle of waterDamien Larkins, file photo: ABC News: Damien Larkins, file photo: ABC News-42.8847 147.3303Toilet demolition earns ire of men's support grouphttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-09-06/a-tasmanian-council-has-outraged-a-men27s-support-group-by-dem/4942038?source=rss
A southern Tasmanian council has outraged a men's support group by demolishing some of the buildings it uses. Supporters of the Men's Shed say they were not consulted about the removal of a toilet block. They have accused the council of bullying a community group, but the council says the buildings were unsafe.Fri, 06 Sep 2013 20:55:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201309\3843256.xml936 ABC HobarthobartCommunity and Society:All:AllCommunity and Society:Charities and Community Organisations:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Sorell 7172A man saws wood in the Men's Shed in Sorell, Tasmania.A man saws wood in the Men's Shed in Sorell, Tasmania.ABC: ABCMen's shed feudThere is anger over the demolishing of facilities used by a men's support group in the community affected by Tasmania's bushfires.Jonathon Gul-42.7831 147.5613Hobart City Council urged to pay feeshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-07-25/hobart-city-council-urged-to-pay-fees/4842014?source=rss
Tasmania's Local Government Association unlikely to take legal action against the Hobart City Council.Thu, 25 Jul 2013 06:27:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201307\3810413.xml936 ABC HobarthobartGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000-42.8847 147.3303Mayor lashes out over Rudd's asylum seeker policyhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-07-23/mayor-lashes-out-over-rudd27s-asylum-seeker-policy/4837742?source=rss
Brighton's mayor has criticised the Government's asylum seeker policy as reprehensible, saying unaccompanied minors should continue to be held at the Pontville centre. Pontville houses more than 300 young asylum seekers, including two 11-year-olds. The mayor, Tony Foster, is disgusted by the policy shift and says it will not stop boat arrivals.Tue, 23 Jul 2013 13:26:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201307\3809016.xml936 ABC HobarthobartCommunity and Society:Immigration:RefugeesGovernment and Politics:Federal Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:Brighton 7030Huts at the Pontville Detention Centre outside HobartHuts at the Pontville Detention Centre outside HobartABC: ABC-42.7012 147.2681Brighton Council defends Lennon contracthttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-07-05/lennon-housing-funds/4803014?source=rss
It has been revealed the former Labor Premier, Paul Lennon, has been paid $20,000 so far for his work on an affordable housing scheme. The Brighton Council released the details after Housing Tasmania requested information about his consultancy. The Liberals have raised concerns about the matter in State Parliament.Fri, 05 Jul 2013 22:30:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201307\3797218.xml936 ABC HobarthobartGovernment and Politics:Housing:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:Brighton 7030Brighton affordable housing projectBrighton affordable housing projectABC News: ABC NewsLennon's fee revealedThe Brighton Council reveals former Labor Premier Paul Lennon has so far earned 20-thousand dollars for work on an affordable housing scheme.-42.7012 147.2681Hobart Council faces smoking ban fighthttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-07-05/fag-ban-fight/4800830?source=rss
Hobart businesses set to fight Council smoking ban.Fri, 05 Jul 2013 08:28:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201307\3796366.xml936 ABC HobarthobartBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:TourismGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllHealth:All:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000-42.8847 147.3303Hobart council targets smoking ban breacheshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-06-28/hobart-council-targets-smoking-breaches/4786600?source=rss
The Hobart City Council has threatened to clamp down on licensed venues that ignore its smoking ban.Fri, 28 Jun 2013 07:09:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201306\3791448.xml936 ABC HobarthobartGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllHealth:All:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000-42.8847 147.3303Hobart rates rise amid council services reviewhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-06-25/hobart-rates-rise-as-services-reviewed/4777414?source=rss
Hobart City Council will conduct a wide ranging review of its operations.Tue, 25 Jun 2013 08:06:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201306\3788729.xml936 ABC HobarthobartGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000A line of wheelie bins sit in a Brisbane street awaiting collectionA line of wheelie bins sit in a Brisbane street waiting to be emptied on 'collection' day, March, 2008.Giulio SagginABC News: Giulio Saggin-42.8847 147.3303Lennon defends land deal paymentshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-06-07/lennon-defends-land-deal-payments/4740316?source=rss
Former Labor Premier Paul Lennon says the Opposition is wrong to claim he has been receiving kickbacks under an affordable housing scheme. The Liberals' Jacquie Petrusma told a budget estimates hearing Mr Lennon could receive up to $500,000 for working as a consultant. Mr Lennon says he is recieving less than half the amount being alleged.Fri, 07 Jun 2013 12:50:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201306\3777085.xml936 ABC HobarthobartGovernment and Politics:Housing:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:TAS:Gagebrook 7030Tasmanian Premier Paul LennonTasmanian Premier Paul Lennon arriving for the COAG meeting in Canberra, July 14, 2006.Alan PorrittAAP: Alan Porritt-42.7500 147.2667Bid to make council voting mandatory failshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-05-31/bid-lost-to-make-council-voting-mandatory/4725316?source=rss
The Tasmanian Government has been forced to back down on making voting in council elections compulsory.Fri, 31 May 2013 10:51:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201305\3771794.xml936 ABC HobarthobartnorthtasGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Australia:TAS:Launceston 7250-42.8167 147.8167Green waste starts tip firehttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-05-30/green-waste-starts-tip-fire/4723274?source=rss
Built up heat from decomposing green waste is being blamed for a big tip fire which has been burning near Hobart for the past day.Thu, 30 May 2013 13:40:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201305\3771011.xml936 ABC HobarthobartEnvironment:Recycling and Waste Management:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:Glenorchy 7010-42.8302 147.2848To cycle or not to cycle, that's the Sandy Bay questionhttp://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2013/05/28/3769264.htm?source=rss
The debate over proposed cycleways in Sandy Bay continues, with aldermen in the Hobart City Council at odds as to how to proceed.Tue, 28 May 2013 16:09:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201305\3769264.xml936 ABC HobarthobartGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllSport:Cycling:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Road TransportAustralia:TAS:Sandy Bay 7005A bike lane with green paintThe debate over what to do for cyclists along Sandy Bay Road continues in council this week.Carol RaabusABC Local: Carol Raabus-42.9076 147.339Southern council merger bid failshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-05-28/southern-council-merger-bid-fails/4717842?source=rss
A potential merger between two southern Tasmanian councils is off.Tue, 28 May 2013 13:26:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201305\3769071.xml936 ABC HobarthobartGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:Sorell 7172-42.7831 147.5613The Mayor of Christchurch shares lessons for Tasmaniahttp://www.abc.net.au/local/audio/2013/05/21/3764017.htm?source=rss
The face of a stricken city shares his thoughts on recovering from disaster.Tue, 21 May 2013 14:02:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201305\3764017.xml936 ABC HobarthobartDisasters and Accidents:Earthquake:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Leon Compton interviews Bob Parker the Mayor of ChristchurchLeon Compton interviews Bob Parker the Mayor of ChristchurchJoel RheinbergerABC Hobart: Joel RheinbergerLeon Compton interviews Mayor of Christchurch Bob ParkerLeon Compton interviews Mayor of Christchurch Bob ParkerJoel Rheinberger-42.8847 147.3303Saying sorry through arthttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-05-16/saying-sorry-through-art/4695056?source=rss
Thu, 16 May 2013 19:37:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201305\3761022.xml936 ABC HobarthobartCommunity and Society:Gays and Lesbians:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Saying sorry through artSaying sorry through art7pm TV News TAS: 7pm TV News TASSaying sorry through artGay activists hope a Hobart City Council artwork commemorated to apolgise for arrests in 1988 will inspire a younger generation to stand up for human rights.-42.8847 147.3303Councils denied forest deal compohttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-05-15/forest-deal-councils/4692266?source=rss
The Tasmanian Government has refused to compensate councils who expect to lose millions of dollars because of the forest agreement. Twelve regional councils say they stand to lose about $2 million a year in rates when some Forestry Tasmania production forest is converted to reserves. The Resources Minister Bryan Green has rejected calls for extra government assistance for the councils.Thu, 16 May 2013 07:59:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201305\3760139.xml936 ABC HobarthobartnorthtasGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllRural:Forestry:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Australia:TAS:Launceston 7250Resources Minister Bryan GreenResources Minister Bryan GreenABC News: ABC NewsNo forestry compo for councilsThe Tasmanian Government has ruled out compensation for councils which could lose millions of dollars because of the forest agreement.Damian McIntyre-42.8167 147.8167Hobart council quits peak lobby grouphttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-05-14/hobart-council-quits-lobby-group/4689136?source=rss
The Hobart City Council has withdrawn its membership of the state's peak local government lobby group.Wed, 15 May 2013 08:25:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201305\3759082.xml936 ABC HobarthobartGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Hobart Town HallThe Hobart City Council is developing a plan to prepare the city for a major emergencyCatherine GrantABC News: Catherine GrantHobart council quits lobby groupThe Hobart City Council has become the latest council to quit the state's peak local government lobby group.Brad Markham-42.8847 147.3303Big hike in council feeshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-05-14/big-hike-in-council-fees/4687514?source=rss
Hobart's Lord Mayor Damon Thomas has defended a 60 per cent increase in parking fees as necessary to cover costs.Tue, 14 May 2013 08:09:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201305\3758413.xml936 ABC HobarthobartGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Australian coins and notesAustralian coins and notesGary Rivett: ABC News: Gary Rivett: ABC News-42.8847 147.3303Councils warn of forest deal rate hikehttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-05-13/councils-warn-of-forestry-rate-hike/4685064?source=rss
Tasmanian councils say they are paying the hidden costs of the state's forest peace agreement. Regional councils expect to lose millions of dollars over the next decade in rates, as more native forest is turned into reserves. They are warning they will have to cut services or push up rates.Mon, 13 May 2013 08:25:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201305\3757471.xml936 ABC HobarthobartnorthtasBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:TimberGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllRural:Forestry:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Australia:TAS:Launceston 7250A Tasmanian timber worker operates machinery in a logging coupeA Tasmanian timber worker operates machinery in a logging coupeFiona Breen: ABC News: Fiona Breen: ABC NewsCouncils highlight forest peace costsTasmania's Regional Councils say they're being forced to pay the hidden costs of Tasmania's Forest AgreementJacqui Street-42.8167 147.8167Council defends Salamanca market closurehttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-04-29/council-defends-market-closure-call/4656832?source=rss
Hobart City Council says new health and safety laws were behind the decision to cancel Saturday's Salamanca market. Wild weather forced the council to call off the market for the first time in 41 years. The decision angered stallholders who lost thousands of dollars.Mon, 29 Apr 2013 11:06:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201304\3747071.xml936 ABC HobarthobartCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllRural:Rural Tourism:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000People wander through the Salamanca Markets with Mt Wellington in the background.People wander through the Salamanca Markets with Mt Wellington in the background.Brigid AndersenABC: Brigid Andersen-42.8847 147.3303Water bill holds up Myer planhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-04-16/water-bill-holds-up-myer-plan/4631282?source=rss
Construction of the $100 million redevelopment of the Myer site in Hobart's CBD has been delayed over a water bill. Southern Water, the developers and designers are arguing over who should pay more than half a million dollars in connection charges.Tue, 16 Apr 2013 12:04:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201304\3737729.xml936 ABC HobarthobartBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:RetailCommunity and Society:Urban Development and Planning:AllEnvironment:Water Supply:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000An artist's impression of the new Myer building in HobartAn artist's impression of the new Myer building in Liverpool Street, Hobart.Myer: Myer-42.8847 147.3303Census rates councilshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-03-29/census-rates-councils/4601206?source=rss
New census data ranking each local council shows Brighton is Tasmania's most disadvantaged council area while residents in Hobart's suburbs are better off in terms of access to financial and social resources.Fri, 29 Mar 2013 12:18:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201303\3726460.xml936 ABC HobarthobartnorthtasGovernment and Politics:Federal Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Australia:TAS:Launceston 7250House roofs in Australian suburbiaHouse roofs in Australian suburbia, May 2009.Giulio Saggin, file photoABC News: Giulio Saggin, file photo-42.8167 147.8167Councils warn asbestos clean-up too costlyhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-03-26/councils-fear-asbestos-clean-up-too-costly/4595536?source=rss
Tasmania's councils have taken aim at the State Government's plan to remove asbestos from all government-owned buildings by 2030. There is concern the plan is not feasible and there is not enough money or expertise in the state to complete the massive task.Wed, 27 Mar 2013 09:52:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201303\3724248.xml936 ABC HobarthobartnorthtasGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllHealth:Asbestos:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Australia:TAS:Launceston 7250asbestos removal signasbestos removal signStateline: Asbestos removal concernTasmanian councils are concerned about the state government's plan to remove asbestos from all government-owned buildings by 2030.Jonathan Gul-42.8167 147.8167Councils seek details on compulsory votinghttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-03-20/councils-seek-details-on-compulsory-voting/4584154?source=rss
Tasmania's 29 councils want more detail on local government electoral changes announced by the State Government last week.Wed, 20 Mar 2013 13:27:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201303\3719858.xml936 ABC HobarthobartnorthtasGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Australia:TAS:Launceston 7250-42.8167 147.8167Local government elections overhaulhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-03-17/local-government-elections-overhaul/4577794?source=rss
Tasmania's Deputy Premier has confirmed plans to make local government elections compulsory.Mon, 18 Mar 2013 09:07:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201303\3717298.xml936 ABC HobarthobartnorthtasGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Australia:TAS:Launceston 7250Mixed reaction to compulsory votingMixed reaction to compulsory voting7pm TV News TAS: 7pm TV News TASMixed reaction to compulsory votingSome Tasmanian mayors are already preparing to lobby the Upper House against new laws to make voting in local government elections compulsory.Annah Fromberg-42.8167 147.8167Hobart alderman warned over conflict of interesthttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-03-12/hobart-alderman-reprimanded/4568790?source=rss
A panel investigating Hobart City Council alderman Bill Harvey has found he had a conflict of interest relating to advertising at Salamanca Market.Wed, 13 Mar 2013 09:13:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201303\3714050.xml936 ABC HobarthobartGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Salamanca MarketSalamanca MarketABC News: -42.8847 147.3303Mayors deny delaying tactichttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-03-09/mayors-deny-delaying-tactic/4562652?source=rss
Southern Tasmanian mayors say they will not support the establishment of a greater Hobart council until more research is done. Sat, 09 Mar 2013 11:43:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201303\3711812.xml936 ABC HobarthobartnorthtasGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Australia:TAS:Launceston 7250Hobart lends a hand to bushfire communitiesHobart lends a hand to bushfire communitiesNews Online Brisbane: News Online Brisbane-42.8847 147.3303Mayor denies teenage detainees 'bored'http://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-03-07/mayor-denies-teen-detainees-27bored27/4558216?source=rss
A southern Tasmanian mayor has taken the Children's Commissioner to task over her recent visit to the Pontville Detention Centre.Thu, 07 Mar 2013 12:16:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201303\3710160.xml936 ABC HobarthobartCommunity and Society:Immigration:RefugeesGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:Pontville 7030-42.6833 147.2500Carousel future uncertainhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-02-26/carousel-future-uncertain/4541556?source=rss
Tue, 26 Feb 2013 19:47:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201302\3698945.xml936 ABC HobarthobartBusiness, Economics and Finance:Small Business:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Carousel future uncertainCarousel future uncertain7pm TV News TAS: 7pm TV News TASCarousel future uncertainThe future of an 1880s steam-driven carousel in Hobart is uncertain.Claire Todd-42.8847 147.3303Compulsory council voting 'confusing'http://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-02-18/compulsory-council-voting-27confusing27/4524388?source=rss
Tasmanian councils may be given the choice to make voting compulsory in their municipality under sweeping local government changes.Mon, 18 Feb 2013 08:45:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201302\3692415.xml936 ABC HobarthobartnorthtasGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Australia:TAS:Launceston 7250Council election overhaulThe State Government has announced major reforms to local government, including new four years terms and opt-in compulsory voting.Angela Ross-42.8167 147.8167Regional councils warn of revenue losses under the forest peace dealhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-02-13/forest-peace-deal-inquiry-told-of-environmental-land-grab/4517556?source=rss
Tasmania's forest peace deal is being described as another land grab by environmental groups. Councils representing timber communities say the compensation on offer is paltry. They are also warning an Upper House inquiry the deal will cost them tens of thousands of dollars in rate revenue.Wed, 13 Feb 2013 20:22:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201302\3689880.xml936 ABC HobarthobartnorthtasEnvironment:Forests:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Parliament:State ParliamentRural:Forestry:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Australia:TAS:Launceston 7250-42.8167 147.8167Mayor speaks out over fire responsehttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-02-01/mayor-speaks-out-over-fire-reponse/4496904?source=rss
Fri, 01 Feb 2013 20:42:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201302\3681603.xml936 ABC HobarthobartDisasters and Accidents:Fires:BushfireGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:Nubeena 7184Mayor speaks out over fire reponseMayor speaks out over fire reponse7pm TV News TAS: 7pm TV News TASMayor speaks out over fire responseTasman Mayor Jan Barwick has spoken out, saying her area was abandoned by the State Government during the first days of the bushfire crisis.-43.0986 147.7419Detention centre here to stay: Mayorhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-01-30/pontville-detention-centre-here-to-stay/4490416?source=rss
The Immigration Department maintains the Pontville detention centre remains temporary, despite a local mayor saying it will remain open. The centre was temporarily re-opened last month to house single men and has now taken its first group of children. Brighton Mayor Tony Foster says he has been told by officials the centre will remain open indefinitely.Thu, 31 Jan 2013 07:58:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201301\3679123.xml936 ABC HobarthobartCommunity and Society:Immigration:RefugeesGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:Pontville 7030Under-age concerns at Pontville Detention CentreThere's concern the Pontville Detention Centre has become home to teenage asylum seekers.-42.6833 147.2500Crime proceeds fund mobile CCTVhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-01-17/mobile-security-cameras-in-northern-suburbs/4469362?source=rss
Money from crime is funding a network of security cameras in Hobart's northern suburbs.Fri, 18 Jan 2013 10:03:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201301\3671426.xml936 ABC HobarthobartGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:Crime:AllAustralia:TAS:Glenorchy 7010Security cameras on the moveTasmania's first portable CCTV cameras have joined the traditional stationary units in fighting crime.-42.8302 147.2848Fishy smell hits holiday makershttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-12-25/fishy-smell-hits-east-coast-town/4443292?source=rss
An unpleasant odour from a fish-oil plant on Tasmania's east coast is upsetting holiday makers.Tue, 25 Dec 2012 09:31:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201212\3660515.xml936 ABC HobarthobartEnvironment:Environmental Management:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllHealth:Environmental Health:AllAustralia:TAS:Triabunna 7190Fish stink not going awayA long-standing odour problem at Seafish Tasmania's Triabunna plant is causing a stink on the state's east coast.Stephen Smiley-42.5073 147.9067Serial rapist claims discriminationhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-12-05/serial-rapist-lodges-discrimination-claim/4409842?source=rss
One of the Tasmania's worst serial sex offenders has taken the Hobart City Council to the Anti-Discrimination Tribunal. It is understood Shane Ronald Farmer has accused the council of discrimination over its actions regarding his use of the Hobart Aquatic Centre. Farmer was jailed for raping and drugging seven women.Wed, 05 Dec 2012 13:57:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201212\3648081.xml936 ABC HobarthobartnorthtasCommunity and Society:Discrimination:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:Sexual Offences:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Australia:TAS:Launceston 7250Serial rapist Shane FarmerSerial rapist Shane FarmerABC: ABC-42.8167 147.8167Concern over local council deficitshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-11-21/local-councils-finances-looking-shaky/4383582?source=rss
Tasmania's Auditor-General is concerned about the financial state of several councils.Wed, 21 Nov 2012 09:40:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201211\3637454.xml936 ABC HobarthobartnorthtasGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Public Sector:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Australia:TAS:Launceston 7250generic picture of bank notesgeneric picture of bank notes: -42.8167 147.8167Bypass protest fails to disrupt openinghttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-11-12/bypass-protest-fails-to-disrupt-opening/4366598?source=rss
A protest by Aborigines has failed to disrupt the opening of Tasmania's largest road infrastructure project north-east of Hobart. The Premier says the $191 million Brighton bypass will help boost the state's economy. But Aborigines remain critical and the Brighton Mayor says the Government must now urgently upgrade the road to the north.Tue, 13 Nov 2012 07:44:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201211\3630630.xml936 ABC HobarthobartCommunity and Society:Urban Development and Planning:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Brighton 7030Brighton bypass opensTasmania's $191 million Brighton Bypass has been hailed a success despite ongoing Aboriginal protests and the transport hub partner project sitting idle.Annah Yard-42.7012 147.2681Council crackdown on backyard squalorhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-11-08/council-crackdown-on-squalor/4360426?source=rss
The State Government wants to give Tasmanian councils more power to force people to clean up their yards.Thu, 08 Nov 2012 10:41:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201211\3628399.xml936 ABC HobarthobartnorthtasEnvironment:Recycling and Waste Management:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Australia:TAS:Launceston 7250Some of the rubbish collected from the Swan RiverSome of the rubbish collected from the Swan RiverSamia O'Keefe: Samia O'Keefe-42.8167 147.8167Mayor denies council splithttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-11-07/mayor-denies-council-split/4358024?source=rss
The new mayor of Sorell in Tasmania's south has denied his council is divided on the direction it is taking.Thu, 08 Nov 2012 09:22:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201211\3627538.xml936 ABC HobarthobartGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Sorell 7172Sorell Mayor landslideSorell's new mayor has been elected in a landslide, despite openly supporting a controversial hazardous waste dump.-42.7831 147.5613Sorell Mayor landslidehttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-11-07/sorell-mayor-landslide/4359546?source=rss
Wed, 07 Nov 2012 19:45:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201211\3628052.xml936 ABC HobarthobartGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:Sorell 7172Sorell Mayor landslideSorell Mayor landslide7pm TV News TAS: 7pm TV News TASSorell Mayor landslideSorell's new mayor has been elected in a landslide, despite openly supporting a controversial hazardous waste dump.-42.7831 147.5613Huon Valley taps into clean waterhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-11-07/valley-gets-clean-secure-water/4358688?source=rss
Huon Valley residents are celebrating the start of the region's first secure and clean water supply.Wed, 07 Nov 2012 15:59:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201211\3627833.xml936 ABC HobarthobartEnvironment:Water Supply:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:Glen Huon 7109Running tap with restricted water flow device.Running tap with restricted water flow device.ABC TVABC TV: ABC TV-43.0167 146.9500Council joins legal action against bankhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-11-07/council-takes-legal-action-against-bank/4358104?source=rss
A southern Tasmanian Council is joining legal action against the Commonwealth Bank to recoup money it lost during the global financial crisis.Wed, 07 Nov 2012 11:05:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201211\3627567.xml936 ABC HobarthobartGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:Courts and Trials:AllAustralia:TAS:Huonville 7109Commonwealth Bank sign, Huonville Tasmania.Commonwealth Bank sign, Huonville Tasmania.ABC News: -43.031 147.0473Hotel at seawall sparks heritage warninghttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-11-06/heritage-concerns-over-historic-seawall/4355158?source=rss
There is a call for more heritage funding to protect historic assets after a hotel development at Hobart's Battery Point was allowed near an 1830s seawall.Tue, 06 Nov 2012 09:34:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201211\3626494.xml936 ABC HobarthobartCommunity and Society:History:AllCommunity and Society:Urban Development and Planning:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Seawall heritage concernsThere are calls for better heritage protection after a hotel was allowed to be built in front of a 200-year-old seawall in Hobart.-42.8847 147.3303Thomas proves he's no Time Lord Mayorhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-11-06/lord-mayor-accepts-embarrassment-tag/4354808?source=rss
Hobart Lord Mayor Damon Thomas has accepted the blame for an error which prevented last night's council meeting.Tue, 06 Nov 2012 08:04:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201211\3626346.xml936 ABC HobarthobartGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Damon Thomas, Hobart Lord MayorDamon Thomas, Hobart Lord Mayor: -42.8847 147.3303Green light for ice rinkhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-10-23/green-light-for-ice-rink/4330150?source=rss
Tue, 23 Oct 2012 19:51:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201210\3617125.xml936 ABC HobarthobartGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllLifestyle and Leisure:All:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Green light for ice rinkGreen light for ice rink7pm TV News TAS: 7pm TV News TASGreen light for ice rinkResidents of Hobart could be pulling on ice skates this summer after approval was given for an ice skating rink on the waterfront.-42.8847 147.3303Green light for waterfront ice rinkhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-10-23/green-light-for-ice-rink/4328320?source=rss
An ice skating rink approved for Hobart's waterfront will use a synthetic ice, the first of its kind in Australia.Tue, 23 Oct 2012 13:27:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201210\3616447.xml936 ABC HobarthobartGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllLifestyle and Leisure:All:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000A graphic of the ice rink approved for Hobart's waterfrontA graphic of the ice rink approved for Hobart's waterfrontCumulus Studio: Cumulus Studio-42.8847 147.3303Project funding snub anger councilshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-10-22/councils-claim-project-snub/4327190?source=rss
Tasmania's 12 southern councils have accused the Infrastructure Minister of ignoring their top priority projects in his infrastructure funding wish-list. Tue, 23 Oct 2012 09:29:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201210\3615977.xml936 ABC HobarthobartCommunity and Society:Urban Development and Planning:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Brighton 7030-42.7012 147.2681Checks urged on toxic flat claimshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-10-17/checks-urged-on-toxic-flat-claims/4318008?source=rss
A Hobart alderman has questioned the council's ability to monitor and regulate environmental issues. Wed, 17 Oct 2012 12:26:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201210\3612540.xml936 ABC HobarthobartEnvironment:Pollution:Air PollutionGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Toxic poisoningOne Hobart couple has been told to move after testing positive to heavy metal poisoning and they are now on a quest for answers.Airlie Ward-42.8847 147.3303Asbestos alert after hall demolitionhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-10-11/absestos-find-at-girl-guides-hall/4307212?source=rss
Workplace Standards Tasmania is investigating how asbestos went undetected at a demolition site in the state's south.Thu, 11 Oct 2012 20:31:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201210\3608406.xml936 ABC HobarthobartGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllHealth:Asbestos:AllAustralia:TAS:Sorell 7172Govt regulation failing to ease court delays: asbestos groupsWhile things haves changed for some victims, unions and asbestos action groups say a Government regulation still makes the court battle for many victims far too long and far too difficult.: -42.7831 147.5613Smoother sailing for waterfront eventshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-09-26/smooth-sailing-for-waterfront-events/4281288?source=rss
Visitors flocking to Hobart's waterfront this summer are set to benefit from streamlined services.Wed, 26 Sep 2012 10:44:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201209\3598144.xml936 ABC HobarthobartCommunity and Society:Community and Multicultural Festivals:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Taste of Tasmania crowd on Hobart's waterfront.Taste of Tasmania crowd on Hobart's waterfront.: -42.8847 147.3303Long-serving mayor quitshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-09-20/long-serving-mayor-quits/4271950?source=rss
Long-serving Sorell mayor Carmel Torenius has resigned over council moves to push ahead with building new chambers.Fri, 21 Sep 2012 13:36:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201209\3594432.xml936 ABC HobarthobartGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Sorell 7172Torenius walks awayLong-serving Tasmanian mayor, Carmel Torenius, has quit suddenly over a dispute about the development of new council chambers.-42.7831 147.5613Torenius walks awayhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-09-20/torenius-walks-away/4272742?source=rss
Thu, 20 Sep 2012 20:20:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201209\3594794.xml936 ABC HobarthobartGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:Sorell 7172Torenius walks awayTorenius walks away7pm TV News TAS: 7pm TV News TASTorenius walks awayLong-serving Tasmanian mayor, Carmel Torenius, has quit suddenly over a dispute about the development of new council chambers.-42.7831 147.5613Council merger talkshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-09-12/council-merger-talks/4258020?source=rss
Wed, 12 Sep 2012 19:41:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201209\3588923.xml936 ABC HobarthobartGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Australia:TAS:Sorell 7172Council merger talksCouncil merger talks7pm TV News TAS: 7pm TV News TASCouncil merger talksPreliminary talks have begun into merging Clarence and Sorell Councils in southern Tasmania.-42.8847 147.3303Sea Shepherd council clashhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-09-11/sea-shepherd-council-stoush/4254794?source=rss
A Hobart alderman is angry with what he calls a 'slanderous' attack against the Sea Shepherd Conservation Society at last night's council meeting.Tue, 11 Sep 2012 16:38:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201209\3587627.xml936 ABC HobarthobartGovernment and Politics:Activism and Lobbying:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000-42.8847 147.3303Council anger over lost lodgehttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-09-10/lodge-loss-sparks-opposition-anger/4252012?source=rss
The Tasman Council has blamed the State Government for the loss of a $20 million tourism development.Mon, 10 Sep 2012 10:00:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201209\3586558.xml936 ABC HobarthobartCommunity and Society:Urban Development and Planning:AllEnvironment:Environmental Impact:AllEnvironment:Environmental Management:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:Port Arthur 7182Crescent Bay, Tasman Peninsula, with Mount Brown in the backgroundTourism Tasmania's new campaign targets people chasing fun and adventure, relaxation and indulgence.Nicole Price: ABC News: Nicole Price: ABC News-43.1333 147.8333Sacked council workers' case settledhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-08-31/sacked-council-staff-case-over/4235812?source=rss
Two Hobart City Council workers accused of carrying out private work at ratepayers' expense have decided not to proceed with their unfair dismissal cases.Fri, 31 Aug 2012 11:50:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201208\3580254.xml936 ABC HobarthobartBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industrial Relations:AllCommunity and Society:Work:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000-42.8847 147.3303Hazardous waste dump in doubthttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-08-28/opposition-grows-over-toxic-dump-plan/4228558?source=rss
Tasmania's first hazardous waste centre is at risk as a key customer reconsiders dumping its product at the site. Wed, 29 Aug 2012 09:32:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201208\3577857.xml936 ABC HobarthobartEnvironment:Recycling and Waste Management:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:Copping 7174Doubts over toxic waste dumpDoubts are growing over plans for a toxic waste dump in southern Tasmania.Lucy Shannon-42.8167 147.8000Public assured over dangerous waste dumphttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-08-24/green-light-for-dangerous-waste-dump/4220048?source=rss
The public has been given assurances about Tasmania's first hazardous waste dump which will operate in the state's south. The Environment Protection Authority has given approval for the dump which will be able to take waste like jarosite from Hobart's Nyrstar smelter.Fri, 24 Aug 2012 11:54:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201208\3575010.xml936 ABC HobarthobartEnvironment:Environmental Management:AllEnvironment:Recycling and Waste Management:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:Copping 7174Nyrstar Zincworks - HobartNyrstar Zinc Works- Hobart as viewed from the River Derwent.Andrew FisherABC News: Andrew Fisher-42.8167 147.8000Ancient Salamanca sewage pump replacedhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-08-15/ancient-salamanca-sewage-pump-replaced/4201162?source=rss
Wed, 15 Aug 2012 19:42:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201208\3568707.xml936 ABC HobarthobartEnvironment:Recycling and Waste Management:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Ancient Salamanca sewage pump replacedAncient Salamanca sewage pump replaced7pm TV News TAS: 7pm TV News TASAncient Salamanca sewage pump replacedSouthern Water has started work replacing a 108 year old sewage pump station at Hobart's Salamanca place.-42.8847 147.3303Leaky dam may be removedhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-08-02/leaky-dam--may-be-removed/4171974?source=rss
The Tasmanian Government will remove a leaky dam near Huonville if investigations find it unsafe. Thu, 02 Aug 2012 11:28:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201208\3559058.xml936 ABC HobarthobartEnvironment:Rivers:Dams and ReservoirsGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:TAS:Huonville 7109Calls to remove leaky damThe Huon Valley Council wants a leaky dam which forced the evacuation of dozens of Huonville residents removed.-43.031 147.0473Council set to ditch drinkers' cagehttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-08-02/council-set-to-ditch-drinkers27-cage/4171942?source=rss
Christmas revellers who drink outside a well known Salamanca watering hole on Friday nights have seen the last of the containment fence known as the 'cage'.Thu, 02 Aug 2012 11:21:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201208\3559046.xml936 ABC HobarthobartGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:Crime:Antisocial BehaviourAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Drinkers in a high wire fence outside Knopwoods Retreat, HobartDrinkers in a high wire fence outside Knopwoods Retreat, HobartABC: ABC-42.8847 147.3303Final approval for Three Capes trackhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-07-26/three-capes-walk-gets-final-approval/4155908?source=rss
A group opposing the controversial Three Capes track on the Tasman Peninsula will assess its next move after the track was given its final approval.Thu, 26 Jul 2012 09:31:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201207\3553929.xml936 ABC HobarthobartEnvironment:Conservation:AllEnvironment:Conservation:National ParksGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:Port Arthur 7182Coastal cliffs of the Tasman PeninsulaCoastal cliffs of the Tasman Peninsula, Tasmania, Australia. Taken from near the Devils KitchenFelix AndrewsWikimedia: Felix Andrews-43.1333 147.8333Greens push 'shovel-ready' mountain developmenthttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-07-23/greens-push-27shovel-ready27-mountain-development/4147774?source=rss
The Tasmanian Greens want a proposed tourism development on Hobart's Mount Wellington to take priority over the push for a cable car. Mon, 23 Jul 2012 10:00:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201207\3551093.xml936 ABC HobarthobartCommunity and Society:Urban Development and Planning:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000-42.8847 147.3303Land deal to lift housing sector gloomhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-07-20/land-package-to-boost-construction/4144352?source=rss
Four hundred low cost home packages will be sold in southern Tasmania, in a development that is expected to generate $100 million in economic activity. The Brighton Council and State Government have carved up their unused land for the project, allowing people to build their own home without the need for a down payment.Sat, 21 Jul 2012 12:11:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201207\3550076.xml936 ABC HobarthobartCommunity and Society:Urban Development and Planning:AllGovernment and Politics:Housing:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Programs and Initiatives:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:TAS:Bridgewater 7030building siteConcrete mixer and wheelbarrow inside a timber house frame, November 2007Gary RivettABC News: Gary RivettHousing sector boostA new housing development in Tasmania's south is expected to provide a much needed boost for the construction industry.Brad Markham-42.7446 147.2521Mayors unearth hatchetshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-07-19/mayors-unearth-hatchets/4142136?source=rss
Thu, 19 Jul 2012 19:54:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201207\3549449.xml936 ABC HobarthobartnorthtasGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Australia:TAS:Launceston 7250Mayors unearth hatchetsMayors unearth hatchets7pm TV News TAS: 7pm TV News TASMayors unearth hatchetsThe Hobart and Launceston mayors have dug up a pair of hatchets in another attempt to reconcile differences.Jonathon Gul-41.447 147.1386Report reveals poker machine spreadhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-07-19/report-reveals-pokeer-machine-spread/4140732?source=rss
A new report has underlined the extent of gambling in Hobart, with the capital having almost a quarter of all poker machines in the state.Thu, 19 Jul 2012 10:48:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201207\3549087.xml936 ABC HobarthobartCommunity and Society:Gambling:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000-42.8847 147.3303Mount Wellington development pushhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-07-16/mount-wellington-development-push/4132562?source=rss
The push for development on Mount Wellington continues, with a taskforce set up to encourage investment and new ideas.Mon, 16 Jul 2012 09:11:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201207\3546450.xml936 ABC HobarthobartBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:TourismCommunity and Society:Urban Development and Planning:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Mountain debate continuesThe push for development on Hobart's Mount Wellington continues, with the launch of a new taskforce.Tamara Glumac-42.8847 147.3303Minister flags change to council electionshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-07-13/minister-flags-change-to-council-elections/4129614?source=rss
Local government elections could be compulsory for some Tasmanians from next year. Local Government Minister Bryan Green has floated the idea to delegates at an annual conference. He also says elections should be four yearly, rather than the current two-year model.Fri, 13 Jul 2012 16:01:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201207\3545595.xml936 ABC HobarthobartnorthtasGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Australia:TAS:Launceston 7250Bryan Green - Tasmanian Deputy PremierTasmanian Deputy Premier, Bryan Green 20110810Brad Markham: Brad Markham-42.8167 147.8167Council denies merger precursorhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-07-11/council-denies-merger-precursor/4123396?source=rss
The Glenorchy City Council has denied a joint Hobart-Glenorchy Council Authority is a step towards amalgamation.Thu, 12 Jul 2012 09:13:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201207\3543418.xml936 ABC HobarthobartGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Glenorchy 7010Australia:TAS:Hobart 7000Council merger debateDebate over council mergers has been reignited as two southern councils discuss sharing services like street lighting.-42.8302 147.2848Kingston installs crime stopper camerashttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-07-11/cops-cut-crime-with-cameras/4123936?source=rss
Police in the southern Tasmanian town of Kingston are confident new lighting and security cameras will cut crime and help them catch offenders.Thu, 12 Jul 2012 08:49:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201207\3543718.xml936 ABC HobarthobartGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:Police:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Kingston 7050New security cameras for KingstonKingborough Council hopes new lighting and security cameras will cut crime in Kingston.Emily Woodgate-42.9778 147.3035New security cameras for Kingstonhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-07-11/new-security-cameras-for-kingston/4124574?source=rss
Wed, 11 Jul 2012 19:44:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201207\3543898.xml936 ABC HobarthobartGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:All:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:Police:AllAustralia:TAS:Kingston 7050New security cameras for KingstonNew security cameras for Kingston7pm TV News TAS: 7pm TV News TASNew security cameras for KingstonKingborough Council hopes new lighting and security cameras will cut crime in Kingston.Emily Woodgate-42.9778 147.3035Councils in water fighthttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-07-10/councils-in-water-fight/4121630?source=rss
A fight is brewing between northern councils and Ben Lomond Water over extra charges for services on council-owned sports grounds. One council is warning that its total water and sewerage bill could jump by $130,000.Tue, 10 Jul 2012 19:56:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201207\3542856.xml936 ABC HobartnorthtashobartEnvironment:Water Management:AllEnvironment:Water Supply:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Campbell Town 7210Australia:TAS:Hobart 7000Councils in water fightCouncils are fighting plans to charge them for every water connection on local government land.Jonathon Gul-41.9271 147.4925Stormwater harvesting planshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-07-09/stormwater-harvesting-plant-planned-for-hobart/4119766?source=rss
Tue, 10 Jul 2012 12:08:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201207\3542698.xml936 ABC HobarthobartEnvironment:Water Management:AllEnvironment:Water Supply:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Stormwater harvesting plant planned for HobartStormwater harvesting plant planned for Hobart7pm TV News TAS: 7pm TV News TASStormwater harvesting plansPlans have been unveiled for Tasmania's first stormwater harvesting plant in Hobart.Tyson Shine-42.8847 147.3303Arts Fundinghttp://www.abc.net.au/news/video/2012/07/06/3540857.htm?source=rss
Councils reconsidering the way they fund the artsFri, 06 Jul 2012 21:06:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201207\3540857.xml936 ABC HobarthobartArts and Entertainment:Visual Art:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllHuman Interest:Awards and Prizes:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Arts FundingArts FundingStateline Tasmania: Stateline TasmaniaArts FundingCouncils reconsidering the way they fund the artsLinda HuntCouncil rates uphttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-06-26/hobart-rates-set-to-rise-nearly-5-per-cent/4092190?source=rss
Tasmania's two biggest councils have approved rate rises for residents. Hobart ratepayers will pay nearly per cent more for council services next financial year. Launceston rates will rise 4 per cent.Tue, 26 Jun 2012 12:28:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201206\3532814.xml936 ABC HobarthobartnorthtasGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Australia:TAS:Launceston 7250Garbage truck and binA garbage truck is next to a rubbish bin in an Adelaide street, July 2 2009.ABC News: -42.8847 147.3303Minister denies council cash grabhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-06-19/minister-denies-council-cash-grab/4079778?source=rss
The State Government has been accused of making a "money-grubbing" grab for local councils' savings.Tue, 19 Jun 2012 15:47:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201206\3528655.xml936 ABC HobarthobartnorthtasGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Australia:TAS:Launceston 7250A hand holds an array of Australian dollar notesA hand holds an array of Australian dollar notesGiulio Saggin, file photo: ABC News: Giulio Saggin, file photo: ABC News-42.8167 147.8167Anger over rate risehttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-06-19/anger-over-rate-rise/4079190?source=rss
The Glenorchy City Council has approved an 8 per cent rate hike for the second consecutive year.Tue, 19 Jun 2012 10:18:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201206\3528371.xml936 ABC HobarthobartGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Glenorchy 7010Glenorchy Council to raise ratesThe Glenorchy Council has approved an 8 per cent rate rise for the second year in a row.-42.8302 147.2848Glenorchy Council to raise rateshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-06-18/glenorchy-council-to-raise-rates/4078292?source=rss
Tue, 19 Jun 2012 08:22:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201206\3528175.xml936 ABC HobarthobartGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:Glenorchy 7010Glenorchy Council to raise ratesGlenorchy Council to raise rates7pm TV News TAS: 7pm TV News TASGlenorchy Council to raise ratesThe Glenorchy Council has approved an 8 per cent rate rise for the second year in a row.-42.8302 147.2848Govt accused of eyeing off council cashhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-06-19/state-govt-warned-off-council-cash/4078524?source=rss
The State Government has been told to keep its hands off the Hobart City Council's 30 million in cash reserves. Tue, 19 Jun 2012 08:07:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201206\3528094.xml936 ABC HobarthobartGovernment and Politics:Budget:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000generic picture of bank notesgeneric picture of bank notes: -42.8847 147.3303Tas incomes slide: reporthttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-06-18/report-shows-decline-in-household-incomes/4077290?source=rss
An economic snapshot of Australia's regions has reported a decline in household incomes in Tasmania. Mon, 18 Jun 2012 13:32:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201206\3527639.xml936 ABC HobarthobartnorthtasBusiness, Economics and Finance:Economic Trends:AllCommunity and Society:Regional:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Australia:TAS:Launceston 7250A hand reaches for money in a walletGiulio Saggin, file photoABC News: Giulio Saggin, file photo-42.8167 147.8167Compulsory voting push for councilshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-06-18/council-push-for-compulsory-voting/4076834?source=rss
The Tasmanian Government is investigating legislation to allow councils to make voting in local elections compulsory.Mon, 18 Jun 2012 10:48:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201206\3527413.xml936 ABC HobarthobartnorthtasGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Australia:TAS:Launceston 7250-42.8167 147.8167Govt urged to pay water merger costshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-06-05/councils-push-for-water-bill-help/4053916?source=rss
Local councils want the Tasmanian Government to cover the cost of moving to a single water and sewerage corporation.Wed, 06 Jun 2012 08:47:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201206\3518782.xml936 ABC HobarthobartnorthtasEnvironment:Water Supply:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Australia:TAS:Launceston 7250Water pours from a tap into a glass Water pours from a tap into a glassDamien Larkins, file photoABC News: Damien Larkins, file photoCouncils forward the bill for merger costsThe Local Government Association is pressuring the Tasmanian Government to cover costs of merging water and sewerage corporations.-42.8167 147.8167Gay rights artwork approved for Salamanca Placehttp://www.abc.net.au/local/audio/2012/05/30/3514133.htm?source=rss
An artwork commemorating the 1988 arrest of gay rights activists has been approved for Hobart's Salamanca Place.Wed, 30 May 2012 09:46:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201205\3514133.xml936 ABC HobarthobartArts and Entertainment:Visual Art:AllCommunity and Society:Gays and Lesbians:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:Rights:AllArts and Entertainment:Visual Art:InstallationAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000The proposed location of a gay rights artwork in Salamanca Place, HobartThe two light boxes, commemorating the arrest of gay rights activists in 1988, will be embedded in the footpath outside Parliament House in Hobart.Damien LarkinsABC Local: Damien LarkinsA plan of the location of a gay rights artwork in Salamanca PlaceA pair of two metre by 20 centimetre light-boxes will be embedded in the footpath outside Parliament House, with an explanatory plaque on an existing post between them.
Hobart City Council: Gay rights artwork approved for Salamanca PlaceGay rights campaigner Rodney Croome and Hobart City Alderman Helen Burnett discuss the artwork which will commemorate the 1988 arrests of rights campaigners in Salamanca PlaceRyk Goddard-42.8847 147.3303Alderman votes against gay apologyhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-05-29/alderman-votes-against-gay-apology/4038966?source=rss
A Hobart alderman is being criticised by gay activists for his lone vote against an art installation which the council is using as an apology to the gay and lesbian community.Tue, 29 May 2012 08:34:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201205\3513144.xml936 ABC HobarthobartCommunity and Society:Gays and Lesbians:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000-42.8847 147.3303RACT questions Hobart speed limit planshttp://www.abc.net.au/local/audio/2012/05/28/3512551.htm?source=rss
The Hobart City Council and the RACT have butt heads over proposed 40 kilometre per hour speed limits in the CBD.Mon, 28 May 2012 12:52:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201205\3512551.xml936 ABC HobarthobartBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:TransportCommunity and Society:Urban Development and Planning:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Traffic on Macquarie Street in HobartThe RACT wants to know which Hobart streets will be involved and how much say the public will have.Damien Larkins, file photoABC Local: Damien Larkins, file photoThe Hobart City Council and RACT butt heads over 40k/h speed limit planThe Hobart City Council and the RACT have butt heads over proposed 40 kilometre per hour speed limits in the CBD.Ryk Goddard-42.8847 147.3303Re-count favours former aldermanhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-05-26/re-count-favours-former-alderman/4034832?source=rss
Hobart's newest Alderman has put a foreshore walk-way around Battery Point on his agenda.Sat, 26 May 2012 09:24:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201205\3511668.xml936 ABC HobarthobartGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000-42.8847 147.3303Logging end spells trouble for Bruny roadshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-05-20/logging-end-spells-trouble-for-bruny-roads/4022188?source=rss
Bruny island residents are concerned some of the island's roads are becoming unusable because Forestry Tasmania is no longer maintaining them. Sun, 20 May 2012 13:38:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201205\3506770.xml936 ABC HobarthobartGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllLifestyle and Leisure:Travel and Tourism:AllRural:Forestry:AllAustralia:TAS:Adventure Bay 7150Bruny Island residents are concerned some of their roads are falling apart because Forestry TasmaniaBruny Island residents are concerned some of their roads are falling apart because Forestry Tasmania is no longer maintaining them.: Roads neglected as forestry industry suffersLocals are concerned about the future of road maintenance operations carried out by Forestry Tasmania on Bruny Island south of Hobart.Tyson Shine-43.3500 147.3167Roads neglected as forestry industry suffershttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-05-19/roads-neglected-as-forestry-industry-suffers/4021776?source=rss
Sun, 20 May 2012 13:21:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201205\3506788.xml936 ABC HobarthobartBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:TimberGovernment and Politics:Activism and Lobbying:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllHealth:safety:AllLifestyle and Leisure:Travel and Tourism:Travel Health and SafetyRural:Forestry:AllRural:Rural Tourism:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Lunawanna 7150Roads neglected as forestry industry suffersRoads neglected as forestry industry suffers7pm TV News TAS: 7pm TV News TASRoads neglected as forestry industry suffersLocals are concerned about the future of road maintenance operations carried out by Forestry Tasmania on Bruny Island south of Hobart.Tyson Shine-43.3667 147.2333Golf project tees off againhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-05-07/golf-project-tees-off-again/3994938?source=rss
There is optimism a stalled multi-million dollar golf course and residential development on Tasmania's east coast will eventually go ahead.Mon, 07 May 2012 09:03:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201205\3496782.xml936 ABC HobarthobartCommunity and Society:Urban Development and Planning:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Triabunna 7190New hopes for golf course projectThe Tasmanian town of Triabunna has been buoyed by the resumption of talks aimed at resurrecting a stalled golf course and residential development.Jackson Vernon-42.5073 147.9067Valentine tipped to winhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-05-06/valentine-cautious-over-election-speculation/3994388?source=rss
Mon, 07 May 2012 08:41:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201205\3496744.xml936 ABC HobarthobartCommunity and Society:Ethics:AllGovernment and Politics:Activism and Lobbying:AllGovernment and Politics:Elections:AllGovernment and Politics:Electoral System:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Political Parties:GreensGovernment and Politics:Political Parties:Minor PartiesGovernment and Politics:Programs and Initiatives:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllInformation and Communication:Print Media:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:Crime:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:Laws:AllPerson:Brown, Bob:Australian GreensAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Tasmanians cast their votesTasmanians cast their votes in the state election on March 20, 2010. Sarah BesterABC: Sarah BesterValentine tipped to winFormer Lord Mayor Rob Valentine is ahead as the count continues in the election for the Legislative Council seat of Hobart.Kylie Rollins-42.8847 147.3303New hopes for golf course projecthttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-05-06/barnbougle-dunes-project-may-be-revived/3994396?source=rss
Mon, 07 May 2012 08:20:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201205\3496747.xml936 ABC HobarthobartBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:TourismCommunity and Society:Urban Development and Planning:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllRural:Rural Tourism:AllAustralia:TAS:Triabunna 7190Barnbougle Dunes project may be revivedBarnbougle Dunes project may be revived7pm TV News TAS: 7pm TV News TASNew hopes for golf course projectThe Tasmanian town of Triabunna has been buoyed by the resumption of talks aimed at resurrecting a stalled golf course and residential development.Jackson Vernon-42.5073 147.9067Bid to save Willow Courthttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-05-06/new-hope-emerges-for-willow-court/3994392?source=rss
Mon, 07 May 2012 08:14:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201205\3496736.xml936 ABC HobarthobartGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Programs and Initiatives:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllRural:Rural Tourism:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:New Norfolk 7140New hope emerges for Willow CourtNew hope emerges for Willow Court7pm TV News TAS: 7pm TV News TASBid to save Willow CourtThe State Government has pledged $750,000 to save historic buildings at Willow Court in New Norfolk north-west of Hobart.Fiona Blackwood-42.7829 147.056Council seeks more input on Sikh temple planhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-05-01/council-seeks-more-input-on-sikh-temple/3982384?source=rss
Public comment on a proposal to build Tasmania's first Sikh temple in Hobart is being sought a second time because some residents want a community garden instead.Tue, 01 May 2012 10:08:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201205\3492735.xml936 ABC HobarthobartCommunity and Society:Urban Development and Planning:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000-42.8847 147.3303Ferry back up plan floatedhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-04-11/ferry-back-up-plan-floated/3943792?source=rss
The Kingborough Council is supporting a proposal to charge Bruny Island tourists a fee to help pay for a second ferry at peak times.Wed, 11 Apr 2012 13:25:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201204\3474995.xml936 ABC HobarthobartGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllRural:Rural Tourism:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Barnes Bay 7150-43.1167 147.3500Council clarifies conflict lawshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-04-03/alderman-clear-on-conflict-laws/3930396?source=rss
A legal cloud over whether local councillors and aldermen can discuss planning issues with constituents appears to have been lifted. Wed, 04 Apr 2012 16:57:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201204\3470222.xml936 ABC HobarthobartnorthtasCommunity and Society:Urban Development and Planning:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Australia:TAS:Launceston 7250-42.8167 147.8167Tourism bid for former asylumhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-04-03/former-asylum-may-be-opened-to-visitors/3931074?source=rss
Wed, 04 Apr 2012 07:47:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201204\3470593.xml936 ABC HobarthobartBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:TourismCommunity and Society:Urban Development and Planning:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Derwent Bridge 7140Australia:TAS:New Norfolk 7140Former asylum may be opened to visitorsFormer asylum may be opened to visitors7pm TV News TAS: 7pm TV News TASTourism bid for former asylumA former mental asylum at New Norfolk near Hobart has fallen into disrepair but there is hope it will be revived as a tourist attraction.Emily Woodgate-42.7829 147.056'Free parking' for boatieshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-04-03/boaties-to-benefit-from-free-marina/3929896?source=rss
Council parking inspectors will enforce three-hour berthing limits at a public marina being built at Hobart's Sullivans Cove.Tue, 03 Apr 2012 12:26:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201204\3470000.xml936 ABC HobarthobartCommunity and Society:Urban Development and Planning:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllLifestyle and Leisure:All:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000-42.8847 147.3303Business monorail bidhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-03-29/20120329-business-monorail-bid/3921646?source=rss
A consortium of North Hobart businesses has joined the push to relocate Sydney's monorail to the Tasmanian capital. It has been told converting two of the carriages to light rail would cost $1.5 million. The New South Wales Government says other cities may also put in a bid.Thu, 29 Mar 2012 21:02:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201203\3466972.xml936 ABC HobarthobartBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Rail TransportGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:TAS:North Hobart 7000A Hobart business consortium wants Sydney's monorail to run between Salamanca and North Hobart.A Hobart business consortium wants Sydney's monorail to run between Salamanca and North Hobart.Greg Nelson: Greg Nelson-42.875 147.3122Hobart calls for monorail gifthttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-03-28/hobart-calls-for-monorail-gift/3918704?source=rss
Thu, 29 Mar 2012 08:26:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201203\3466028.xml936 ABC HobartsydneyhobartBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Rail TransportCommunity and Society:Urban Development and Planning:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NSW:Sydney 2000Australia:TAS:Hobart 7000Hobart calls for monorail giftHobart calls for monorail gift7pm TV News NSW: 7pm TV News NSWHobart calls for monorail giftHobart's Deputy Lord Mayor has appealed to NSW Premier Barry O'Farrell to pass on Sydney's monorail system as a gift.-42.8847 147.3303Bid to bring monorail to Hobarthttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-03-28/bid-to-bring-monorail-to-hobart/3916810?source=rss
Hobart's Deputy Lord Mayor wants the Sydney monorail to come to Hobart. Alderman Ron Christie wants his council to make an offer on the $20 million track which the New South Wales Government is dismantling.Thu, 29 Mar 2012 08:26:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201203\3465279.xml936 ABC HobartsydneyhobartBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Rail TransportCommunity and Society:Urban Development and Planning:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:NSW:Sydney 2000Australia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Hobart interested in Sydney's monorailHobart Deputy Lord Mayor Ron Christie says his city could benefit from Sydney's unwanted monorail.Ros Childs-42.8847 147.3303Councils back water mergerhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-03-28/councils-back-water-merger/3918122?source=rss
Tasmanian councils have backed the move to merge the state's three water and sewerage corporations into a single body.Wed, 28 Mar 2012 14:48:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201203\3465790.xml936 ABC HobarthobartnorthtasEnvironment:Water Management:AllEnvironment:Water Supply:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Parliament:State ParliamentAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Australia:TAS:Launceston 7250Generic water photo, garden sprinkler close up.Generic water photo, garden sprinkler close up.David Hudspeth: ABC News: David Hudspeth: ABC News-42.8167 147.8167Hobart interested in Sydney's monorailhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-03-28/hobart-interested-in-sydneys-monorail/3917774?source=rss
Hobart Deputy Lord Mayor Ron Christie says his city could benefit from Sydney's unwanted monorail.Wed, 28 Mar 2012 14:06:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201203\3465662.xml936 ABC HobartsydneyhobartCommunity and Society:Urban Development and Planning:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NSW:Sydney 2000Australia:TAS:Hobart 7000Sydney monorail at Market CitySydney monorail at Market CityMhairi McClymont: ABC: Mhairi McClymont: ABCHobart interested in Sydney's monorailHobart Deputy Lord Mayor Ron Christie says his city could benefit from Sydney's unwanted monorail.Ros Childs-42.8847 147.3303Fight looms over water mergerhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-03-26/fight-looms-over-water-merger/3912614?source=rss
A bid to merge the state's three water and sewerage corporations is meeting resistance from north-west councils. It is estimated a merger could save $5 million. But some councils remain unconvinced about the move and want to see more data.Mon, 26 Mar 2012 16:14:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201203\3463622.xml936 ABC HobarthobartnorthtasEnvironment:Water Management:AllEnvironment:Water Supply:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Australia:TAS:Launceston 7250Generic water photo, garden sprinkler close up.Generic water photo, garden sprinkler close up.David Hudspeth: ABC News: David Hudspeth: ABC News-42.8167 147.8167Greens celebrate 40th birthdayhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-03-24/greens-celebrate-40th-birthday/3910848?source=rss
Sun, 25 Mar 2012 12:45:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201203\3463177.xml936 ABC HobarthobartEvent:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Activism and Lobbying:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Political Parties:AlpGovernment and Politics:Political Parties:GreensGovernment and Politics:Programs and Initiatives:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllGovernment and Politics:World Politics:AllPerson:Brown, Bob:Australian GreensAustralia:All:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Greens celebrate 40th birthdayGreens celebrate 40th birthday7pm TV News TAS: 7pm TV News TASGreens celebrate 40th birthdayAnniversary celebrations for the Australian Greens Party have continued in Hobart.Fiona Blackwood-42.8847 147.3303Growing support for better Bass Strait freight dealhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-03-12/20120312-tas-freight-equalisation-lobby/3884730?source=rss
The Tasmanian Government says it is keeping all stakeholders informed about the progress of talks aimed at expanding the Freight Equalisation Scheme. The State Government is being urged to act quickly as Bell Bay exporters struggle to meet the extra costs associated with shipping from Burnie.Tue, 13 Mar 2012 07:57:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201203\3451616.xml936 ABC HobartnorthtashobartBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:ManufacturingBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Sea TransportGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:Burnie 7320Australia:TAS:Hobart 7000Australia:TAS:Launceston 7250The Infrastructure Minister, David O'Byrne, says the government is trying to negotiate improvements The Infrastructure Minister, David O'Byrne, says the government is trying to negotiate improvements to the TFES.ABC: ABCCommunity supports freight reviewCity councils in Hobart and Launceston in Tasmanian's north have joined the State Government's push for a freight equalisation scheme for the Bass Strait.-41.447 147.1386Community supports freight reviewhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-03-12/community-supports-freight-review/3884996?source=rss
Tue, 13 Mar 2012 07:52:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201203\3451823.xml936 ABC HobarthobartBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Trade:AllCommunity and Society:Urban Development and Planning:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Community supports freight reviewCommunity supports freight review7pm TV News TAS: 7pm TV News TASCommunity supports freight reviewCity councils in Hobart and Launceston in Tasmanian's north have joined the State Government's push for a freight equalisation scheme for the Bass Strait.-42.8847 147.3303Locals appeal over wrecked beachhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-03-03/locals-appeal-over-wrecked-beach/3867064?source=rss
Mon, 05 Mar 2012 15:51:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201203\3446051.xml936 ABC HobarthobartEnvironment:Climate Change:AllEnvironment:Erosion:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Australia:TAS:Lauderdale 7021Locals appeal over wrecked beachLocals appeal over wrecked beach7pm TV News TAS: 7pm TV News TASLocals appeal over wrecked beachLauderdale residents are furious over the state of their local beach despite numerous attempts to convey their plight to the State Government.Catherine Grant-42.912 147.4914Commuter ferry planhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-02-24/commuter-ferry-plan/3850244?source=rss
Fast commuter ferries could soon be plying Hobart's River Derwent from Bridgewater to Kettering.Fri, 24 Feb 2012 09:54:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201202\3438596.xml936 ABC HobarthobartBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:TransportGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Bridgewater 7030Australia:TAS:Kettering 7155-43.1167 147.2500Timber workers rally to support their industryhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-02-18/timber-workers-strike-over-job-losses/3838204?source=rss
Sun, 19 Feb 2012 12:46:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201202\3434285.xml936 ABC HobarthobartCommunity and Society:Work:AllGovernment and Politics:Activism and Lobbying:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Political Parties:GreensGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllRural:Forestry:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Huonville 7109Timber workers strike over job lossesTimber workers strike over job losses7pm TV News TAS: 7pm TV News TASTimber workers rally to support their industryAbout 500 timber workers worried for their jobs and the future of the industry have protested at Huonville south of Hobart.Fiona Blackwood-43.031 147.0473If you go down to the woods todayhttp://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2012/02/13/3429665.htm?source=rss
Another day in Tasmania, another forest peace deal collapsing. In what may be a watershed 24 hours in the ongoing battle over high conservation value forests in Tasmania, industry players, politicians, and environmentalists have layed down intransigent demands to each other.Tue, 14 Feb 2012 15:31:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201202\3429665.xml936 ABC HobarthobartnorthtasBusiness, Economics and Finance:All:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:AllEnvironment:All:AllEnvironment:Forests:AllEnvironment:Rain Forests and Forest:AllGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllRural:All:AllRural:Forestry:AllGovernment and Politics:Activism and Lobbying:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:TimberGovernment and Politics:Non-governmental Organisations:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Australia:TAS:Launceston 7250Kim Booth and Peter GutwinTasmanian Greens MP and Forestry Spokesperson Kim Booth, and Liberal forestry spokesperson Peter Gutwin speak with Drive presenter Garry BaileyTim WalkerABC Local: Tim WalkerTasmanian Greens MP Kim Booth, and Liberal MP Peter GutwinTasmanian Greens MP and Forestry Spokesperson Kim Booth, and Liberal forestry spokesperson Peter GutwinTim Walker-41.447 147.1386Labor-Wilkie rift overshadows ceremonyhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-02-11/labor-wilkie-rift-overshadows-ceremony/3825034?source=rss
Sun, 12 Feb 2012 13:56:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201202\3428761.xml936 ABC HobarthobartBusiness, Economics and Finance:Regional Development:AllCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllCommunity and Society:Regional:AllGovernment and Politics:Activism and Lobbying:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Political Parties:AlpGovernment and Politics:Programs and Initiatives:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllSport:All:AllAustralia:TAS:Glenorchy 7010Australia:TAS:Hobart 7000Labor-Wilkie rift overshadows ceremonyLabor-Wilkie rift overshadows ceremony7pm TV News TAS: 7pm TV News TASLabor-Wilkie rift overshadows ceremonyThere's been disagreement between Labor and Independent Andrew Wilkie over who can claim credit for securing funding for the KGV overhaul.Kylie Rollins-42.8302 147.2848Childcare centre objects to Maccas drive-throughhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-02-11/childcare-centre-objects-to-maccas-drive-through/3825038?source=rss
Sun, 12 Feb 2012 13:52:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201202\3428751.xml936 ABC HobarthobartBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Food and BeverageBusiness, Economics and Finance:Multinationals:AllCommunity and Society:Family and Children:Child CareCommunity and Society:Family and Children:ChildrenCommunity and Society:Family and Children:ParentingGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllHealth:Child Health and Behaviour:AllHealth:Diet and Nutrition:AllHealth:Diseases and Disorders:Heart DiseaseHealth:safety:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Childcare centre objects to Maccas drive-throughA Hobart early learning centre has made an official objection to plans for a McDonalds 24-hour drive-through on land adjacent to the centre.Jackson Vernon-42.8847 147.3303Mayor lobbies to keep detention centre openhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-02-06/20120206-mayor-lobbies-to-keep-detention-centre-open/3813966?source=rss
A final push is on to convince the Immigration Minister to keep the Pontville Detention Centre, north of Hobart, open.Mon, 06 Feb 2012 14:58:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201202\3424128.xml936 ABC HobarthobartCommunity and Society:Immigration:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:Brighton 7030Australia:TAS:Pontville 7030Some asylum seekers are living in huts at the temporary Pontville Detention Centre, near Hobart.Some asylum seekers are living in huts at the temporary Pontville Detention Centre, near Hobart.Jackson Vernon, ABC: Jackson Vernon, ABC-42.6833 147.2500Pontville detention centre to closehttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-01-25/pontville-detention-centre-to-close/3793790?source=rss
Fri, 27 Jan 2012 08:14:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201201\3416699.xml936 ABC HobarthobartCommunity and Society:Immigration:AllGovernment and Politics:Activism and Lobbying:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:Pontville 7030Pontville detention centre to closePontville detention centre to close7pm TV News TAS: 7pm TV News TASPontville detention centre to closeLocal groups are campaigning against the Federal Government's confirmation it will close the Pontville Immigration Detention Centre north-west of Hobart.Annah Yard-42.6833 147.2500Taste cleaners claim pay shorthttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-01-18/council-investigates-taste-worker-claims/3780422?source=rss
The Hobart City Council has denied responsibility over claims cleaners were underpaid at the Taste of Tasmania.Wed, 18 Jan 2012 12:33:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201201\3410464.xml936 ABC HobarthobartCommunity and Society:Work:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Taste of Tasmania crowd on Hobart's waterfront.Taste of Tasmania crowd on Hobart's waterfront.